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Chevrolet Malibu (2007) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2007 2008  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
217 hp@5800
217 lb-ft@4000
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,329 mm 0 mm
Length 4,783 mm 3,995 mm 1 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,461 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,496 kg 1,107 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 48 L 14 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,285 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 0 mm 955 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,425 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 978 mm 0 mm 978 mm
Total Legroom 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 1 mm
Cargo Volume 436 L 150 L 286 L

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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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2007 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual RWD
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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