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Fiat 500 (2015) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Fiat 500 and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2015 Fiat 500 and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2015 2011  
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. 3645 lb. -1133 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 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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