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2006 Ford Explorer and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,912 mm | 4,770 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,773 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,849 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,569 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 62 L | 23 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,001 mm | 982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 1,041 mm | 936 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 646 L | -261 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 22.8 | -21.8 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 1,161 L | 1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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