Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Engine | |||
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 112.2 in | 0.1 in |
Length | 191.8 in | 192.5 in | -0.7 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 76.4 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 73.2 in | -16.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3450 lb. | 5390 lb. | -1940 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 25.4 gal. | -9.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 62.4 in | -6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 58.6 in | -5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.1 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 61.2 in | -7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 57.9 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.3 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.4 in | -36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.3 in | -27.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | -24.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 20.8 ft3 | -5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 39.2 ft3 | -24.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 90.8 ft3 | -75.7 ft3 |
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. 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 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.