Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
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 | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 3,030 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 5,080 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,966 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,653 kg | 1,895 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 76 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,621 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,090 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,021 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,648 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,715 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,006 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 968 mm | -968 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,552 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,316 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,003 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,099 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 1,235 L | 427 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 2,676 L | 13.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 4,216 L | 11.1 |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |