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Chevrolet Traverse (2012) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2012 Chevrolet Traverse and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2012 2007  
Model Chevrolet Traverse Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
210 kW@6300
361 Nm@3400
3.5L V6
OHV-2v
162 kW@5800
294 Nm@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,020 mm 2,852 mm 1 mm
Length 5,207 mm 4,770 mm 1 mm
Width 1,991 mm 1,773 mm 0 mm
Height 1,788 mm 1,476 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,173 kg 1,569 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 83 L 62 L 21 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,026 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,575 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,501 mm 1,359 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,064 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,557 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,468 mm 1,331 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 935 mm 1,041 mm 934 mm
Headroom, Row 3 960 mm 0 mm 960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,463 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,227 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 843 mm 0 mm 843 mm
Total Legroom 2,827 mm (over 3 rows) 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 691 L 646 L 45 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,948 L 22.8 -21.8 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 3,296 L 1,161 L 2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse

2012 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Although the rear captain seats are quite comfortable, I do not like how they roll forward. There is a track in the floor in which the rear seats fold and slide up behind the front seats. All I notice when in the back seat is how extremely difficult it is to clean out the mud and grit and salt (I live in Canada, we use salt on our roads) that gets left behind in the track from passenger footwear. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
2011 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The headrest position is horrible for long trips. Felt like my head was being pushed forward. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
 

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
 
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