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GMC Yukon (2006) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 GMC Yukon and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2006 GMC Yukon and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2006 2009  
Model GMC Yukon Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 6.0L V8
OHV-2v
335 hp@5200
375 lb-ft@4000
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.0 in 112.3 in 3.7 in
Length 198.9 in 191.8 in 7.1 in
Width 78.9 in 70.3 in 8.6 in
Height 76.7 in 57.1 in 19.6 in
Curb Weight 5513 lb. 3680 lb. 1833 lb.
Fuel Capacity 26.0 gal. 16.0 gal. 10 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 39.4 in 1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 65.2 in 55.9 in 9.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 61.4 in 53.0 in 8.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 42.2 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 37.2 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 65.1 in 53.9 in 11.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 61.3 in 52.1 in 9.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.6 in 37.6 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.4 in 0.0 in 37.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 64.4 in 0.0 in 64.4 in
Hip Room, Row 3 49.0 in 0.0 in 49 in
Legroom, Row 3 27.3 in 0.0 in 27.3 in
Total Legroom 107.2 in (over 3 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 27.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.3 ft3 15.1 ft3 1.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 63.6 ft3 15.1 48.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 104.6 ft3 15.1 ft3 89.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 GMC Yukon

2006 GMC Yukon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic RWD
The standard power seat offers unlimited seating positions. see full GMC Yukon review
2006 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8
4-speed automatic AWD
The seats are big, have a good amount of padding, and still provide some side lubar support to help keep you in the seat during hard cornering. see full GMC Yukon review
2005 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8
4-speed automatic AWD
Plenty of room for driver to stretch legs. Makes long trips easier see full GMC Yukon review
2005 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8
4-speed automatic AWD
Seat is very configurable. Easy to find a comfortable position. see full GMC Yukon review
2005 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 6.0L V8
4-speed automatic AWD
Captains chairs might be more comfortable than front seats. 3rd row is essentially useless. Remove the seats for extra storage space see full GMC Yukon 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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