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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Pontiac Vibe (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Pontiac Vibe specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Pontiac Vibe Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Pontiac Vibe  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 102.4 in 9.9 in
Length 191.8 in 171.1 in 20.7 in
Width 70.3 in 69.5 in 0.8 in
Height 57.1 in 61.0 in -3.9 in
Curb Weight 3415 lb. 2856 lb. 559 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 13.0 gal. 3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.5 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 53.3 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 52.3 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.6 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.4 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 52.6 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 43.7 in 8.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.2 in 1.4 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 20.1 ft3 -5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 49.4 ft3 -34.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac Vibe

2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Room for a 6 foot 4 inch person see full Pontiac Vibe review
2008 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
room to move see full Pontiac Vibe review
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review
2009 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review
 
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