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Nissan Quest (2011) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Nissan Quest and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2011 Nissan Quest and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Nissan Quest Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
260 hp@6000
240 lb-ft@4400		 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200		  
Transmission CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 118.1 in 112.3 in 5.8 in
Length 200.8 in 191.8 in 9 in
Width 77.6 in 70.3 in 7.3 in
Height 71.5 in 57.1 in 14.4 in
Curb Weight 4367 lb. 3680 lb. 687 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 16.0 gal. 4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 42.1 in 39.4 in 2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 64.5 in 55.9 in 8.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.3 in 53.0 in 4.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.8 in 42.2 in 1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 41.6 in 37.2 in 4.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 63.2 in 53.9 in 9.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 66.0 in 52.1 in 13.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.7 in 37.6 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 3 40.0 in 0.0 in 40 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 61.2 in 0.0 in 61.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3 49.6 in 0.0 in 49.6 in
Legroom, Row 3 40.5 in 0.0 in 40.5 in
Total Legroom 121 in (over 3 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 41.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.1 ft3 15.1 ft3 20 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 63.6 ft3 15.1 48.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 108.4 ft3 15.1 ft3 93.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Quest

2011 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD		 . see full Nissan Quest review
2011 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6
CVT FWD		 The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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