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2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Jeep Patriot Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Jeep Patriot | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 217 hp@5800 217 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@6000 165 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 103.7 in | 8.6 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 173.6 in | 14.2 in |
| Width | 69.8 in | 69.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 64.4 in | -6.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3458 lb. | 3108 lb. | 350 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 13.6 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 54.6 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 52.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.0 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 51.0 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.0 in | 39.4 in | 1.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 41.0 ft3 | 54.2 ft3 | -13.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2007 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 |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Jeep Patriot
| 2008 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
tall driver 6" 6" many other vehicles simply undriveable see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Plenty of space for taller people. Not cramped like most compact SUVs. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Supportive and roomy. I can drive for hours without fatigue. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Its comfortable on long trips see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Support, not hard, just plain comfortable see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
lot of front room see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Adults will find the back seats of the Patriot comfortable. Let a kid sit in the middle. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Plenty of head/leg room; vehicle definitely feels larger on the inside than it looks from the outside. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The front seats are simply comfortable; the back seats not so much. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Knee room and seat comfort is good for this type of vehicle and this price see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Slim on the rear seat room. see full Jeep Patriot review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Seat is a little high hard back there, and front seat backs have no pockets. see full Jeep Patriot review |
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