Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 244 hp@5750 240 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 217 hp@5800 217 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.3 in | -6 in |
Length | 188.0 in | 187.8 in | 0.2 in |
Width | 77.5 in | 69.8 in | 7.7 in |
Height | 70.1 in | 58.1 in | 12 in |
Curb Weight | 4264 lb. | 3458 lb. | 806 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.4 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 39.4 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 56.7 in | 4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 53.5 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.9 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.4 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.4 in | 55.5 in | 5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 52.4 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 41.0 in | -3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.6 in | 0.0 in | 38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 59.7 in | 0.0 in | 59.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 0.0 in | 30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 26.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.6 ft3 | 22.8 | 24.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.6 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 | 46.6 ft3 |
2007 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
3rd row passengers had enough room to sit comfortably. see full Honda Pilot review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
all 8 are comfortable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Pilot had third row seats. The Egde did not not. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Fits my tall kids; reclines and slides forward or back. see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
very comfortable and lumbar adjustment work see full Honda Pilot review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of seats for whole family see full Honda Pilot review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
3 rows seating max 8 see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no captains chairs like in Odyssey see full Honda Pilot review |
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |