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Chevrolet Malibu (2007) vs. Toyota Highlander (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Toyota Highlander specs.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Toyota Highlander Specifications

Model Year 2007 2010  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Toyota Highlander  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
217 hp@5800
217 lb-ft@4000
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
270 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 109.8 in 2.5 in
Length 187.8 in 188.4 in -0.6 in
Width 69.8 in 75.2 in -5.4 in
Height 58.1 in 68.1 in -10 in
Curb Weight 3458 lb. 3979 lb. -521 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 19.2 gal. -2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 40.6 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 59.7 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 56.7 in -3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 43.2 in -1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 40.1 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 59.5 in -4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 56.5 in -4.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.0 in 38.3 in 2.7 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.3 in -36.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 55.0 in -55 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 42.3 in -42.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 29.2 in -29.2 in
Total Legroom 82.9 in (over 2 rows) 110.7 in (over 3 rows) -27.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 22.8 ft3 10.3 ft3 12.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 22.8 42.3 ft3 -19.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum 41.0 ft3 95.4 ft3 -54.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Toyota Highlander

2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid
CVT AWD
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review
2009 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review
 
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