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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Kia Borrego (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Kia Borrego specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Kia Borrego Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Kia Borrego  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
4.6L V8
DOHC-4v
337 hp@6000
323 lb-ft@3500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,896 mm 0 mm
Length 4,872 mm 4,879 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,915 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,811 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,653 kg 1,998 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 78 L -17 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,529 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,059 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 991 mm -46 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,501 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,425 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 950 mm 5 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 965 mm -965 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,415 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,140 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 836 mm -836 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 2,845 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 428 L 351 L 77 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.1 1,396 L 14.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 2,764 L 13.1

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 Borrego

2009 Kia Borrego Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Plenty of room for all of the kids and their booster seats. see full Kia Borrego review
 
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