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Chevrolet Malibu (2007) vs. Volvo C30 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Volvo C30 specs.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Volvo C30 Specifications

Model Year 2007 2011  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Volvo C30  
Engine 3.9L V6
OHV-2v
240 hp@5800
241 lb-ft@2800
turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 2dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 103.9 in 8.4 in
Length 187.8 in 167.4 in 20.4 in
Width 69.8 in 70.2 in -0.4 in
Height 58.1 in 57.0 in 1.1 in
Curb Weight 3476 lb. 3200 lb. 276 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 15.9 gal. 0.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 38.2 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 53.6 in 3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 53.1 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 42.3 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 36.4 in 3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 47.0 in 8.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 41.5 in 10.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 41.0 in 33.9 in 7.1 in
Total Legroom 82.9 in (over 2 rows) 76.2 in (over 2 rows) 6.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 22.8 ft3 12.9 ft3 9.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 41.0 ft3 20.2 ft3 20.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo C30

2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review
2011 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review
 
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