Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Malibu | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,719 mm | 4,783 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,816 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,410 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,488 kg | 1,496 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 62 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 1,006 mm | 990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,100 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 955 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 978 mm | -59 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,019 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 385 L | 436 L | -51 L |
2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
2007 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 |
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 |
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 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |