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Nissan Xterra (2009) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Nissan Xterra and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2009 Nissan Xterra and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Nissan Xterra Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 112.3 in -6 in
Length 178.7 in 187.8 in -9.1 in
Width 72.8 in 69.8 in 3 in
Height 74.9 in 58.1 in 16.8 in
Curb Weight 4150 lb. 3458 lb. 692 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 16.3 gal. 4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.9 in 39.4 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 56.7 in 1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.9 in 53.5 in 2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 41.9 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 39.4 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.3 in 55.5 in 2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.1 in 52.4 in -6.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.4 in 41.0 in -6.6 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 82.9 in (over 2 rows) -6.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.2 ft3 22.8 ft3 12.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 65.7 ft3 41.0 ft3 24.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Xterra

2009 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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