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2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Toyota Sienna Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Toyota Sienna | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 119.3 in | -7 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 200.2 in | -8.4 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 78.1 in | -7.8 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 68.9 in | -11.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4380 lb. | -700 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.0 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 65.0 in | -9.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 58.6 in | -5.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.5 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.7 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 64.6 in | -10.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 66.1 in | -14 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.3 in | -50.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 114.4 in (over 3 rows) | -34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 39.1 ft3 | -24 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 87.1 ft3 | -72 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 150.0 ft3 | -134.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 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 |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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 |
| 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 | 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 |
| 2008 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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Sienna
| 2011 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great for hauling mom and dad, two boys, their stuff, great grandma, the dog, and more stuff! see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not cramped against the dashboard to keep the kids from kicking the seats! see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2010 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Sienna LE that I have has full power driver seat which proves to bereally goodfor my back pain. see full Toyota Sienna review |
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