Chevrolet Malibu (2009) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2020) Specs

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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2020 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2009	2020
Model	Chevrolet Malibu	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200	turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,852 mm	2,830 mm	0 mm
Length	4,872 mm	4,864 mm	0 mm
Width	1,786 mm	1,839 mm	0 mm
Height	1,450 mm	1,450 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	1,669 kg	1,624 kg	0 kg
Fuel Capacity	61 L	62 L	-1 L
Headroom, Row 1	1,001 mm	975 mm	-974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,420 mm	1,450 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	1,346 mm	1,425 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,072 mm	1,072 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	945 mm	942 mm	3 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,369 mm	1,410 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	1,323 mm	1,425 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 2	955 mm	983 mm	-28 mm
Total Legroom	2,027 mm (over 2 rows)	2,055 mm (over 2 rows)	0 mm
Cargo Volume	428 L	419 L	9 L

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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

2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2019	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

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