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Fiat 500 (2015) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Fiat 500 and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2015 Fiat 500 and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2015 2009  
Model Fiat 500 Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine turbocharged
1.4L I4
OHC-4v
160 hp@5500
170 lb-ft@2500
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 90.6 in 112.3 in -21.7 in
Length 139.6 in 191.8 in -52.2 in
Width 64.1 in 70.3 in -6.2 in
Height 59.8 in 57.1 in 2.7 in
Curb Weight 2512 lb. 3680 lb. -1168 lb.
Fuel Capacity 10.5 gal. 16.0 gal. -5.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.9 in 39.4 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 49.4 in 55.9 in -6.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 47.9 in 53.0 in -5.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.7 in 42.2 in -1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 35.6 in 37.2 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 46.4 in 53.9 in -7.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 42.6 in 52.1 in -9.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.7 in 37.6 in -5.9 in
Total Legroom 72.4 in (over 2 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) -7.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 9.5 ft3 15.1 ft3 -5.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 30.1 ft3 15.1 ft3 15 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Fiat 500

2015 Fiat 500 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2015 2dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Rear seating is very cramped, and the ease of entry/exit is poor. Think of the rear seats as emergency seating- like a Porsche 911, and you get the idea. No one will want to travel across town in the rear seats. Forget a road trip entirely. see full Fiat 500 review
2015 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Roomy in front but narrow. With two people in front you're bound to rub shoulders or arms when using the arm rests. see full Fiat 500 review
2015 2dr Hatch 101-horsepower 1.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
I would not put anyone on the rear seats. Maybe very short people for short distances. see full Fiat 500 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
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
2009 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 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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