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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Pontiac G5 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Pontiac G5 | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6200 163 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 103.5 in | 8.8 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 179.8 in | 12 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 67.5 in | 2.8 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 55.6 in | 1.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 2991 lb. | 689 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.1 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 49.4 in | 3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 35.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 49.3 in | 4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 46.3 in | 5.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 32.2 in | 5.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 5.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 Pontiac G5
| 2007 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room even for a tall person. see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is enough room for the majority of people even with an above average height person in the front seat. see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2007 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
small but it is a small car, besides I drive all the time! see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I prefer a larger car see full Pontiac G5 review |
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