Model Year | 2018 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,670 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,923 mm | 4,729 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,537 kg | 1,558 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 64 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,003 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,295 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 927 mm | 26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 861 mm | 107 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 447 L | 323 L | 124 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu.
2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I have a hard time fitting into most cars due to headroom issues. Wagon without sunroof fits me perfectly. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats and the heating soothes the sore back see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I’ve driven this car on 8+ hour road trips before and it’s very comfortable on long trips. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
It is tiny. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Passengers have complained that their legs get a little pinched in the rear seat. I tell them to stop being so tall. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Admittedly, the Legacy is a small-ish vehicle. My back seat passengers report being comfortable, but snug. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
There just isn’t much rear leg room. see full Subaru Legacy review |