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Hyundai Sonata (2020) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2008) Specs

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2020 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2020 2008  
Model Hyundai Sonata Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 2.0L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
150 hp@6000
139 lb-ft@5000
2.4L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
164 hp@6400
159 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.8 in 112.3 in -0.5 in
Length 192.9 in 191.8 in 1.1 in
Width 73.2 in 70.3 in 2.9 in
Height 56.9 in 57.1 in -0.2 in
Curb Weight 3325 lb. 3550 lb. -225 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 16.0 gal. -0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 39.4 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 55.9 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.6 in 53.0 in 1.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 46.1 in 42.2 in 3.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 37.2 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 53.9 in 2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.4 in 52.1 in 2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.8 in 37.6 in -2.8 in
Total Legroom 80.9 in (over 2 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 1.1 in
Cargo Volume 16.3 ft3 15.1 ft3 1.2 ft3

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2008 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
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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
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 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
2008 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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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
 
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