Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
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 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,329 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 3,995 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,653 kg | 1,146 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 48 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,285 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 | 150 L | 278 L |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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 |
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |