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Chevrolet Malibu (2007) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2012 Mazda CX-9 specs.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2012 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year 2007 2012  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Mazda CX-9  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
217 hp@5800
217 lb-ft@4000
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 113.2 in -0.9 in
Length 187.8 in 200.2 in -12.4 in
Width 69.8 in 76.2 in -6.4 in
Height 58.1 in 68.0 in -9.9 in
Curb Weight 3458 lb. 4330 lb. -872 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 20.1 gal. -3.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.6 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 59.4 in -2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 56.5 in -3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 40.9 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 39.0 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 58.7 in -3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 56.0 in -3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.0 in 39.8 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 35.4 in -35.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 56.9 in -56.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 43.7 in -43.7 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 32.4 in -32.4 in
Total Legroom 82.9 in (over 2 rows) 113.1 in (over 3 rows) -30.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 22.8 ft3 17.2 ft3 5.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 22.8 48.3 ft3 -25.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 41.0 ft3 100.7 ft3 -59.7 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-9

2012 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review
 
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