Chevrolet Malibu (2017) vs. Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2006) Specs

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2017 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Specifications

Model Year	2017	2006
Model	Chevrolet Malibu	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.4 in	99.4 in	12 in
Length	193.8 in	175.4 in	18.4 in
Width	73.0 in	68.5 in	4.5 in
Height	57.7 in	56.7 in	1 in
Curb Weight	3086 lb.	3016 lb.	70 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.0 gal.	15.9 gal.	-2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	38.6 in	0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.5 in	52.7 in	5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	53.3 in	0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	42.9 in	-0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	36.7 in	0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.1 in	52.9 in	4.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.4 in	51.9 in	1.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.1 in	33.0 in	5.1 in
Total Legroom	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	75.9 in (over 2 rows)	4.2 in
Cargo Volume	15.8 ft³	11.0 ft³	4.8 ft³

2017 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora. The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited. Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not. I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review

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2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Body hugging front seats see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Seats are very large and not built for comfort for a thinner person. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Wagon turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The rear seat leg room is too small for American sized adults. A little more room would have made this car a lot more livable when family comes to town. This may be THE reason why I upgrade to a midsize car once this car dies. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

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