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Chevrolet Malibu (2009) vs. Nissan Altima (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2020 Nissan Altima specs.

2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2020 Nissan Altima Specifications

Model Year 2009 2020  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Nissan Altima  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
188 kW@6300
340 Nm@3200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
185 kW@5600
380 Nm@1600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,824 mm 0 mm
Length 4,872 mm 4,900 mm 0 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,852 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,669 kg 1,559 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 61 L 0 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 996 mm -995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,478 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,113 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 937 mm 8 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 894 mm 61 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 2,007 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 428 L 436 L -8 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu

2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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