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2011 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.3 in | -6 in |
| Length | 184.1 in | 191.8 in | -7.7 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 70.3 in | 4.1 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 57.1 in | 10.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3902 lb. | 3680 lb. | 222 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 55.9 in | 3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 53.0 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.2 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 53.9 in | 4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 52.1 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.2 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 19.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 78.2 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 63.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | ||
| 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 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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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