Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 310 hp@5200 388 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 112.2 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 192.3 in | 1.5 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 72.8 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 72.0 in | -14.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3388 lb. | 5020 lb. | -1632 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.3 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 55.5 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.4 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.0 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.4 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.4 in | 57.6 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 34.2 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.0 in | -44 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 28.1 in | -28.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -24.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 49.2 ft3 | -33.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 79.2 ft3 | -63.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu.
2009 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 266-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The third row seating is only good for small children. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |