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Chevrolet Malibu (2010) vs. Kia Sorento (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Kia Sorento specs.

2010 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2010 2006  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Kia Sorento  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 106.7 in 5.6 in
Length 191.8 in 179.8 in 12 in
Width 70.3 in 73.3 in -3 in
Height 57.1 in 68.1 in -11 in
Curb Weight 3450 lb. 4112 lb. -662 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 21.1 gal. -5.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.7 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 58.9 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 55.3 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.6 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.5 in -2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 58.4 in -4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 58.0 in -5.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.1 in 1.5 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 1.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 31.4 ft3 -16.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 66.4 ft3 -51.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu

2010 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
2010 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Kia Sorento

2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review
2005 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic RWD
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review
2005 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review
 
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