Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Saturn Outlook | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5400 220 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 5,098 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,773 mm | 1,986 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,569 kg | 2,142 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 83 L | -21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,572 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,552 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,041 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 975 mm | -975 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,468 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 646 L | 558 L | 88 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.8 | 1,951 L | 21.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,161 L | 3,313 L | -2 L |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2009 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat is very comfortable with excellent support and firmness. Good driving position. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults could fit comfortably in third row. In addition, there is usable storage behind the third row. Second row captains chairs enable easy access to third row. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
6' tall, lots of leg room in driver seat see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The best leg room ! The seats adjust have great cushioning see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Only vehicle capable of comfortably carrying 6-8 senior adults without orthopedic post-trip support. By far the best combination of interior, features, capacity, and ride characteristics for rear [2nd and 3rd]seat passengers and cargo area. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has more interior room than the Honda Pilot. Perfect for our 3 kids and friends. Plently of room for their hockey,soccer, tennis gear. Perfect for our spur of the moment camping trips. Tent and all fits! Also handles grocery day with ease! We love it see full Saturn Outlook review |