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2006 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercury Mariner | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 2.3L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 133 hp@6000 129 lb-ft@4400 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 112.3 in | -9.1 in |
| Length | 174.9 in | 191.8 in | -16.9 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.3 in | -0.2 in |
| Height | 68.0 in | 57.1 in | 10.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3787 lb. | 3550 lb. | 237 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.4 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 55.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.2 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 53.9 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 52.1 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.6 in | -2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 51.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercury Mariner
| 2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats have plush cushioning, lumbar control and position control. The seats are leather/vinyl (I think leather, but not sure) with center punched suede allowing some air circulation. All good for greater comfort on long trips see full Mercury Mariner review |
| 2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Rear seat room is limited, seats firm, but little side support see full Mercury Mariner review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
For long drives even with leather it can get uncomfortable. A little more support and padding would be good in the seat. see full Mercury Mariner review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2008 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 |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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 |
| 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 | 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 |
| 2008 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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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 |
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