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2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 103.7 in | 8.6 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 180.0 in | 11.8 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 69.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.7 in | -1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3645 lb. | 3480 lb. | 165 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.3 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 54.1 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.1 in | 1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
| 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |
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