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Chevrolet Malibu (2016) vs. Honda Odyssey (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Honda Odyssey specs.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Honda Odyssey Specifications

Model Year 2016 2008  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Honda Odyssey  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Minivan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 118.1 in -6.7 in
Length 193.8 in 202.1 in -8.3 in
Width 73.0 in 77.1 in -4.1 in
Height 57.7 in 68.8 in -11.1 in
Curb Weight 3086 lb. 4385 lb. -1299 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.0 gal. 21.0 gal. -8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 40.9 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.5 in 63.5 in -5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 57.0 in -2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 40.8 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 40.0 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 63.1 in -6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.4 in 64.4 in -11 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 40.0 in -1.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 38.4 in -38.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 61.2 in -61.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.5 in -48.5 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 41.1 in -41.1 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 121.9 in (over 3 rows) -41.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.8 ft3 38.4 ft3 -22.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.8 91.1 ft3 -75.3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.8 ft3 147.4 ft3 -131.6 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora. The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited. Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not. I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

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2008 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Absolutely no complaints here. see full Honda Odyssey review
2009 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
No complaints for the second row. Have never sat in the third row. see full Honda Odyssey review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 241-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD
Needed comfortable front seats for a large dad (@230) pounds and a tiny grandfather (@95 pounds, 4feet, 5 inches tall). These seats are the best for the comfort of such various sizes. see full Honda Odyssey review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 241-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD
Comfortable and roomy for adults and children alike. Wonderful for those long road trip to disney with the entire family. see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Comfortable seating position. see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Kids love the rear seats. see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD
See previous. see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The captains chairs in the second row can be apart or together. It is easy to get to the third row seat. There is plenty of leg room in the second and third row seats, and plenty of room between the second row seats. see full Honda Odyssey review
2008 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 0 Why can't manufacturers make the passenger seat as comfortable with as many adjustments as the driver's side? see full Honda Odyssey review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
No back support, no thigh support. Seat headrests curve your spine forward. Seat shape was not the same for all four captain chairs. Quality control must be very poor. see full Honda Odyssey review
 
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