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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2012 Toyota Venza Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Toyota Venza | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 334 Nm@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,872 mm | 4,801 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,905 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,755 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 67 L | -6 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,524 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 998 mm | -53 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 993 mm | -38 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 974 L | -546 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 1,985 L | 14.1 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Venza
| 2012 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |
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