Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 217 hp@5800 217 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,676 mm | 4,770 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,890 mm | 1,773 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,745 kg | 1,569 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 62 L | 13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,511 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,006 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 1,041 mm | 934 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 884 mm | 0 mm | 884 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,369 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,133 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 0 mm | 795 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 283 L | 646 L | -363 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 968 L | 22.8 | 945.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,214 L | 1,161 L | 1 L |
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 148hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It has leather seats with electric adjustment, so I can get a good seating position. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space is very good see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It is fantastic. You can ride for hundreds of miles a day and not get sore at all. My bad back loves it. Hyundai should start making home furniture. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cushions are slightly too short. see full Hyundai Santa Fe 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 |