Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Saturn Outlook | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 5,098 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,986 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 2,142 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 83 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,572 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 998 mm | -53 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,552 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 937 mm | 18 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 | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 558 L | -130 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 1,951 L | 14.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 3,313 L | 12.1 |
2010 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 |
2010 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |