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Chevrolet Malibu (2008) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Mazda Mazda6 specs.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Mazda Mazda6  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
212 hp@6000
197 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 105.3 in 7 in
Length 191.8 in 186.8 in 5 in
Width 70.3 in 70.1 in 0.2 in
Height 57.1 in 56.7 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 3680 lb. 3347 lb. 333 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 18.0 gal. -2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 38.7 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 56.1 in -0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 54.7 in -1.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.3 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 37.1 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 54.9 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 54.1 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.5 in 1.1 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 78.8 in (over 2 rows) 1 in
Cargo Volume 15.1 ft3 15.2 ft3 -0.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

2008 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
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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
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 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
2008 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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda Mazda6

2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Being older and larger, the seats are wide enough not to squeeze, or confine me while still supporting me in turns. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2009 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
If anybody has any doubts about what is realy the best mid-size family car, just have your teenagers en.joy a few hours in the new 6 see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Infinate seat positions see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2009 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The other big plus is space. I am 6'4" with two sons over six foot tall. Even with me driving, there is enough space behind the drivers seat, and plenty of headroom. For the first time people actually tell me the back seats are comfortable! see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
not enough to stretch your legs and spread out a bit see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2007 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 
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