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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 | 2,720 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,735 mm | 4,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,806 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,491 kg | 1,653 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 61 L | 3 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,384 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 945 mm | 20 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 955 mm | 5 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 419 L | 428 L | -9 L |
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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