Model Year | 2021 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 109.3 in | 2.1 in |
Length | 194.2 in | 190.6 in | 3.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 73.2 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 57.8 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3223 lb. | 3556 lb. | -333 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.5 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.3 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 53.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 43.8 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 36.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 53.9 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 34.6 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.7 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu.
2011 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Lumbar in the base model. Good side bolstering on bottom cushion and through the shoulders. Large range of adjustment and the wheel tilts and shifts. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Lots of room, soft seats. see full Nissan Maxima review |