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2009 Hyundai Veracruz and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Hyundai Veracruz | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 257 lb-ft@4500 |
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 | 110.4 in | 112.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Length | 190.6 in | 191.8 in | -1.2 in |
| Width | 76.6 in | 70.3 in | 6.3 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 57.1 in | 11.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4266 lb. | 3680 lb. | 586 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.6 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.6 in | 55.9 in | 4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 53.0 in | 4.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 37.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.2 in | 53.9 in | 6.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 52.1 in | 5.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 37.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.1 in | 0.0 in | 36.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.6 in | 0.0 in | 45.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 112.5 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 32.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.0 ft3 | 15.1 | 24.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.8 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 71.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Veracruz
| 2009 Hyundai Veracruz Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are nice and come standard with heated seats. see full Hyundai Veracruz review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 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 |
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 | ||
| 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 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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