Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 3,150 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 5,184 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,549 kg | 1,946 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 76 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,666 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,059 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,681 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,069 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 955 mm | -955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,565 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,270 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,006 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,134 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 915 L | -487 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 2,483 L | 13.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 4,126 L | 11.1 |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |