Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Hyundai Tucson | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 176 hp@6000 168 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 103.9 in | 8.4 in |
Length | 191.8 in | 173.2 in | 18.6 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 71.7 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 65.2 in | -8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 3203 lb. | 477 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 57.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.5 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.1 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.1 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 53.4 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.7 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 80.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 25.7 ft3 | -10.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 55.8 ft3 | -40.7 ft3 |
2010 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2010 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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 |
2010 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are very comfortable. The seat molds around you so it gives great support. see full Hyundai Tucson review |