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Chevrolet Malibu (2009) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2019) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2009 2019  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
181 hp@7000
151 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,309 mm 0 mm
Length 4,872 mm 3,914 mm 1 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,735 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,669 kg 1,135 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 45 L 16 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 935 mm -934 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,326 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,321 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 0 mm 945 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 0 mm 955 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 1 mm
Cargo Volume 428 L 127 L 301 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu

2009 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
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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
 

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