Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Jeep Patriot | Chevrolet Malibu | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.3 in | -8.6 in |
Length | 173.8 in | 191.8 in | -18 in |
Width | 69.2 in | 70.3 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 65.5 in | 57.1 in | 8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3136 lb. | 3450 lb. | -314 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.6 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.4 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 55.9 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.0 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 37.2 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 53.9 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 52.1 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.6 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.5 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 38.4 ft3 |
2015 Jeep Patriot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are uncomfortable. They are both crooked, leaning to the side, so you need a pillow to isolate your back from the side bolster on one side that digs into your back. The head restraints push your neck forward and are not removable for adjustment. The driver's seat could use a height adjuster ( apparently available as an option on some models ). see full Jeep Patriot review |
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 |