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Ford Explorer (2015) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2011) Specs

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2015 Ford Explorer and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2015 2011  
Model Ford Explorer Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@3500
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,860 mm 2,852 mm 0 mm
Length 5,006 mm 4,872 mm 1 mm
Width 2,004 mm 1,786 mm 1 mm
Height 1,788 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,232 kg 1,653 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 61 L 9 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,557 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,346 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,031 mm 1,072 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,029 mm 945 mm -944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,549 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,440 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 955 mm -954 mm
Headroom, Row 3 960 mm 0 mm 960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,290 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,034 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 843 mm 0 mm 843 mm
Total Legroom 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 595 L 428 L 167 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,240 L 15.1 -14.1 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,285 L 15.1 -13.1 L

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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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