Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Infiniti FX | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 4.5L V8 DOHC-4v 320 hp@6000 335 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 111.4 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 194.2 in | -5.1 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 73.0 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 65.9 in | 57.3 in | 8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4533 lb. | 3223 lb. | 1310 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 39.1 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 58.5 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 54.1 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.5 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.5 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 57.1 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 53.4 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 38.1 in | -2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.4 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.5 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | 48.8 ft3 |
2008 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Longest drive was 6 hours and had no discomfort whatsoever. Have ridden for 4 hours in a Toyota Rav4 and was almost in pain after an hour. see full Infiniti FX review |
2008 Infiniti FX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
the rear seats are great for kids, but not for adults. not lots of leg room. head and shoulder room is fine. see full Infiniti FX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu.