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2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 106.3 in | 6 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 183.9 in | 3.9 in |
| Width | 69.8 in | 74.2 in | -4.4 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 67.3 in | -9.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3476 lb. | 3781 lb. | -305 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.3 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 56.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.3 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 58.7 in | -3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.9 in | -3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.0 in | 37.6 in | 3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -27.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.8 | 37.0 ft3 | -14.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 41.0 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -31.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Sorento
| 2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |
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