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Chevrolet Malibu (2011) vs. Toyota 4Runner (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Toyota 4Runner specs.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Toyota 4Runner Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Toyota 4Runner  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
4.0L V6
DOHC-4v
236 hp@5200
266 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 109.8 in 2.5 in
Length 191.8 in 189.2 in 2.6 in
Width 70.3 in 75.2 in -4.9 in
Height 57.1 in 69.3 in -12.2 in
Curb Weight 3645 lb. 4045 lb. -400 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 23.0 gal. -7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.7 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 58.0 in -2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 55.3 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.8 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 39.1 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 57.2 in -3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 55.4 in -3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 34.6 in 3 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 32.9 in -32.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 56.7 in -56.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.4 in -48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 24.1 in -24.1 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 100.5 in (over 3 rows) -20.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.1 ft3 12.0 ft3 3.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.1 36.6 ft3 -21.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 ft3 75.1 ft3 -60 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 2009 Toyota 4Runner

2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review
 
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