Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Chrysler 300 | Chevrolet Malibu | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.0 in | 112.3 in | 7.7 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 191.8 in | 5 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 70.3 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 57.1 in | 1.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3712 lb. | 3415 lb. | 297 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 55.9 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.0 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.7 in | 53.9 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.1 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.6 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 82 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.6 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 0.5 ft3 |
2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room in the front, heated front seats and a nice comfy seat. Just returned from a 7 hour trip in the car and not once did i feel uncomfortable. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
we have big friends, more leg than most other cars in its size see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The adjustable seats fit anyone. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I can adjust the seat to just about any position to be comfortable. I have taken 4-hour nonstop drives and remained comfortable to the end. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was a very comfortable ride. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lots of leg room, comfortable seats. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Stiff and firm. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat cushion provided little support. see full Chrysler 300 review |
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 |