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2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Kia Amanti Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Amanti | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 110.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 196.0 in | -4.2 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 72.8 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.5 in | -1.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3645 lb. | 3770 lb. | -125 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.0 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.1 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.2 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 44.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 57.5 in | -3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 54.6 in | -2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2011 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 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Amanti
| 2009 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |
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