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Dodge Journey (2011) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Dodge Journey and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2011 Dodge Journey and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Dodge Journey Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
283 hp@6350
260 lb-ft@4400
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.8 in 112.3 in 1.5 in
Length 192.4 in 191.8 in 0.6 in
Width 72.2 in 70.3 in 1.9 in
Height 66.6 in 57.1 in 9.5 in
Curb Weight 3884 lb. 3680 lb. 204 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.5 gal. 16.0 gal. 4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 39.4 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.5 in 55.9 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 53.0 in 0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.8 in 42.2 in -1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.9 in 37.2 in 2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.9 in 53.9 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.4 in 52.1 in 2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.6 in 37.6 in -4 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.7 in 0.0 in 37.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 43.5 in 0.0 in 43.5 in
Hip Room, Row 3 40.0 in 0.0 in 40 in
Legroom, Row 3 23.4 in 0.0 in 23.4 in
Total Legroom 97.8 in (over 3 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 18 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 10.7 ft3 15.1 ft3 -4.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.0 ft3 15.1 21.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 67.6 ft3 15.1 ft3 52.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Dodge Journey

2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

2008 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
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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
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 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
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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
 
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