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Chevrolet Malibu (2009) vs. Nissan Murano (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Nissan Murano specs.

2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Nissan Murano Specifications

Model Year 2009 2007  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Nissan Murano  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
245 hp@5800
246 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic CVT  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 111.2 in 1.1 in
Length 191.8 in 187.6 in 4.2 in
Width 70.3 in 74.0 in -3.7 in
Height 57.1 in 66.5 in -9.4 in
Curb Weight 3680 lb. 3851 lb. -171 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 21.7 gal. -5.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.7 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 59.6 in -3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 56.2 in -3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.4 in -1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.7 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 59.1 in -5.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 56.6 in -4.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.1 in 1.5 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 79.5 in (over 2 rows) 0.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 32.6 ft3 -17.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 81.6 ft3 -66.5 ft3

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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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Nissan Murano

2007 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
Feels more expensive and luxurious, like a Jaguar see full Nissan Murano review
2007 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
It is large enough to comfortably seat three people, plus still having a large capacity trunk. see full Nissan Murano review
2007 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
Perfect for a taller person; longer seat bottom gives better support; 8 way seat lets one get just the right position. see full Nissan Murano review
2006 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT AWD
Even I can ride in the back seat. Not something that I can do in a lot of cars. see full Nissan Murano review
2006 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Can fit 4 150lb persons easy. Plenty of room to move around with 3 any size! see full Nissan Murano review
2006 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
Lots of stretch out space. Not cramped. see full Nissan Murano review
2006 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
Foot room not cramped. Lots of stretch room. see full Nissan Murano review
2006 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Plenty of room for an adult to stretch out and the reclining rear seats make it that much nicer. see full Nissan Murano review
2006 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT AWD
Room for 4 regular size! need to say more! see full Nissan Murano review
2007 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD
I had a Camaro once, and the seats would have been better suited to that, rather than a crossover to take to work and back. The lumbar hurt, no matter where I set it. see full Nissan Murano review
 
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