Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Saturn Relay | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 112.3 in | 8.8 in |
Length | 204.9 in | 191.8 in | 13.1 in |
Width | 72.0 in | 70.3 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 68.6 in | 57.1 in | 11.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4221 lb. | 3645 lb. | 576 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 25.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 55.9 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 42.2 in | -2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.2 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.2 in | 53.9 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.1 in | -52.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 37.6 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 115 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 35.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.9 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 74.1 ft3 | 15.1 | 59 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 136.5 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 121.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2007 Saturn Relay.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |