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2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Saturn VUE Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Saturn VUE | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 172 hp@6500 167 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 106.6 in | 5.7 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 180.1 in | 11.7 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 72.8 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 67.0 in | -9.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3550 lb. | 3789 lb. | -239 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 56.0 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.6 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.9 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 52.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 26.5 ft3 | -11.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 54.3 ft3 | -39.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 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 |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 2008 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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saturn VUE
| 2009 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More comfortable than the Pacifica i drove for the past 5 years see full Saturn VUE review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
I am 6ft and my head is not in the roof. see full Saturn VUE review |
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