Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 203 kW@6250 365 Nm@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 4,920 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,653 kg | 1,609 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 70 L | -9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 947 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 965 mm | -10 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 428 L | 470 L | -42 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 |
2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |