Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 184 kW@6300 319 Nm@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 4,407 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,443 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,653 kg | 1,672 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 55 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 953 mm | -952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 909 mm | 36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 826 mm | 129 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,885 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 187 L | 241 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 297 L | -281.9 |
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 |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Sedan feeling with 10-way power/heated seats blended with sports-car suspension and handling. A real glove box that is cooled by the A/C. Pockets on side doors are handy for storage. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
That it exists! Gets used as more of a parcel shelf than rear seat but can fit two passengers comfortably when needed. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review |