Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,872 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,549 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 61 L | 24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 945 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 955 mm | -18 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) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 428 L | -43 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 15.1 | -14.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 15.1 | -13.1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Ford Explorer.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |