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2009 Kia Optima and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Length | 189.0 in | 188.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 69.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.5 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3157 lb. | 3297 lb. | -140 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 56.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.9 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.6 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 56.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 52.4 in | 2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.5 in | -0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.0 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -0.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Optima
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
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