Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Jeep Wrangler | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,946 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 4,684 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,877 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,836 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,565 kg | 1,896 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 82 L | -21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,024 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 945 mm | 10 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 1,314 L | 427 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 2,322 L | 13.1 |
2009 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 |
2009 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 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 |
2010 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2010 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It has the ability to go back and forth but not tilt the base seat. Firm but not being able to adjust the angle (like electric 10 way) makes a difference for tall and full frame people. I will be looking to adjust angle asap. see full Jeep Wrangler review |