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Chevrolet Malibu (2007) vs. Mazda CX-7 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2012 Mazda CX-7 specs.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2012 Mazda CX-7 Specifications

Model Year 2007 2012  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Mazda CX-7  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
217 hp@5800
217 lb-ft@4000
turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
244 hp@5000
258 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 108.3 in 4 in
Length 187.8 in 184.3 in 3.5 in
Width 69.8 in 73.7 in -3.9 in
Height 58.1 in 64.8 in -6.7 in
Curb Weight 3458 lb. 3787 lb. -329 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 16.4 gal. -0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.7 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 58.0 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 54.8 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.7 in 0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 39.3 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 55.8 in -0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 53.0 in -0.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.0 in 36.4 in 4.6 in
Total Legroom 82.9 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 4.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 22.8 ft3 29.9 ft3 -7.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 41.0 ft3 58.6 ft3 -17.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda CX-7

2012 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review
 
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