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2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chrysler PT Cruiser | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 112.3 in | -9.3 in |
| Length | 168.9 in | 191.8 in | -22.9 in |
| Width | 67.1 in | 70.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Height | 65.2 in | 57.1 in | 8.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3147 lb. | 3450 lb. | -303 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 55.9 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 53.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.2 in | 2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.6 in | 53.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.7 in | 52.1 in | -5.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 37.6 in | 3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.2 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 49.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have a bad leg ,the high seat ,wide door opening and extra leg make it easy for me to swing my leg in and out. It has more room than lots of other cars. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can seat 2 adults comfortably. Plenty of leg room and visibility. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 180hp 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Surprising amount of rear seat room see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |
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 |
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