Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 179 kW@5800 327 Nm@2800 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 158 kW@7500 216 Nm@5500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,783 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,461 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,504 kg | 1,395 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 60 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 935 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 818 mm | 160 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 436 L | 215 L | 221 L |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |