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2007 Kia Optima and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 112.3 in | -5.2 in |
| Length | 186.4 in | 191.8 in | -5.4 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 70.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.1 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 3645 lb. | -358 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.0 in | 1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 42.2 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.2 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.9 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 52.1 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Kia Optima
| 2007 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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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