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2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 342 Nm@5200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,872 mm | 4,905 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,790 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 71 L | -10 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,001 mm | 944 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,049 mm | 954 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 907 mm | -907 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,369 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,120 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 800 mm | -800 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 382 L | 46 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 1,158 L | 14.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 2,265 L | 13.1 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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