Nissan Pathfinder (2014) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2009) Specs

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2014 Nissan Pathfinder and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year	2014	2009
Model	Nissan Pathfinder	Chevrolet Malibu
Engine	supercharged 2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 243 lb-ft@3600	2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 164 hp@6400 159 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	CVT	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,901 mm	2,852 mm	0 mm
Length	5,009 mm	4,872 mm	1 mm
Width	1,961 mm	1,786 mm	0 mm
Height	1,768 mm	1,450 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	2,004 kg	1,610 kg	1 kg
Fuel Capacity	74 L	61 L	13 L
Headroom, Row 1	1,072 mm	1,001 mm	0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,542 mm	1,420 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	1,443 mm	1,346 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,074 mm	1,072 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	1,001 mm	945 mm	-944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,534 mm	1,369 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	1,425 mm	1,323 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 2	1,059 mm	955 mm	-954 mm
Headroom, Row 3	960 mm	0 mm	960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3	1,450 mm	0 mm	1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3	1,067 mm	0 mm	1 mm
Legroom, Row 3	780 mm	0 mm	780 mm
Total Legroom	2,913 mm (over 3 rows)	2,027 mm (over 2 rows)	0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum	453 L	428 L	25 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	1,354 L	15.1	-14.1 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum	2,260 L	15.1	-13.1 L

2014 Nissan Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Adults will easily fit in both back rows if the second row is adjusted midway through its travel, but they won't be very comfortable. Total legroom for all three rows is a generous 114.7 inches, 3.4 more than in the larger GMC Acadia. But as in the Acadia, the second row seat is too low to provide adults with proper thigh support. The Ford Flex is the champ in this area, while the new Santa Fe also puts in a strong showing. The seat cushion itself feels more substantial than that in the Acadia, but the GMC can fit three people in the third row (as can the Pilot). Only two can sit back there in the Pathfinder. see full Nissan Pathfinder review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder.

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

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