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2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.0L V6 OHC-4v 220 hp@6250 204 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 105.1 in | 7.2 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 182.7 in | 9.1 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 70.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 66.1 in | -9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 3527 lb. | 153 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.3 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 56.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 56.1 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 51.9 in | 0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.8 in | -49.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.1 in | -39.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.7 in | -27.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | -26.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 36.2 ft3 | -21.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 72.6 ft3 | -57.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 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 |
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 | ||
| 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 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 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
| 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
nice support for tall person and confy seating see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
was more comdfortable, easier entry and exiting, more shoulder hip and head room than most othersreguardless of what other manufacturers specs stated. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD |
more leg and shoulder room than most. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adjustable, reclinable rear seat is very roomy and comfortable. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review |
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