Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Armada | Chevrolet Malibu | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 123.2 in | 112.3 in | 10.9 in |
Length | 207.7 in | 191.8 in | 15.9 in |
Width | 79.3 in | 70.3 in | 9 in |
Height | 77.2 in | 57.1 in | 20.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5302 lb. | 3450 lb. | 1852 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 28.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 12 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.4 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.0 in | 55.9 in | 9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 53.0 in | 8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.2 in | 2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.0 in | 53.9 in | 11.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.8 in | 52.1 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.9 in | 37.6 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.9 in | 0.0 in | 35.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 63.7 in | 0.0 in | 63.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.8 in | 0.0 in | 48.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.2 in | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 115.9 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 56.7 ft3 | 15.1 | 41.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 97.1 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 82 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Nissan Armada.
2009 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 |
2009 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 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 |