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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Subaru Forester (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Subaru Forester specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2011 2007  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Subaru Forester  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 99.4 in 12.9 in
Length 191.8 in 176.6 in 15.2 in
Width 70.3 in 68.3 in 2 in
Height 57.1 in 65.0 in -7.9 in
Curb Weight 3645 lb. 3350 lb. 295 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 15.9 gal. 0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.8 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 53.5 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 51.6 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.6 in -1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.7 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 53.6 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 51.6 in 0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 33.7 in 3.9 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) 2.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 32.0 ft3 -16.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 57.7 ft3 -42.6 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 2007 Subaru Forester

2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2007 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Again, cramped and too small for larger people. see full Subaru Forester review
2006 4dr SUV turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
This is honesty the only complaint i have about the 2006 XT. The rear seat is a bit tight. We took three other adults on about a 4 hour trip and it was a tight fit - good thing we're good friends! My wife's 2009 Forester is much better in the rear legroom department. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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