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2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Subaru Legacy Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Subaru Legacy | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 105.1 in | 7.2 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 186.2 in | 5.6 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 68.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 56.1 in | 1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3645 lb. | 3435 lb. | 210 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.5 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 51.0 in | 2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 44.1 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.5 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 53.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 52.6 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 33.9 in | 3.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | 3.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2011 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 |
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 2008 Subaru Legacy
| 2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
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