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Jeep Grand Cherokee (2008) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Jeep Grand Cherokee Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.5 in 112.3 in -2.8 in
Length 186.6 in 191.8 in -5.2 in
Width 73.3 in 70.3 in 3 in
Height 67.7 in 57.1 in 10.6 in
Curb Weight 4254 lb. 3415 lb. 839 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.8 gal. 16.0 gal. 4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 39.4 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.1 in 55.9 in 3.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.6 in 53.0 in 4.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.7 in 42.2 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 37.2 in 2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.5 in 53.9 in 4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 60.6 in 52.1 in 8.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 37.6 in -2.1 in
Total Legroom 77.2 in (over 2 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) -2.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.5 ft3 15.1 ft3 19.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 67.4 ft3 15.1 ft3 52.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
small, tight see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
2007 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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