Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.0 in | 106.3 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 179.5 in | 188.3 in | -8.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 69.9 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 65.9 in | 57.5 in | 8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3440 lb. | 3297 lb. | 143 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.6 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.9 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.6 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.6 in | 56.1 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.4 in | -52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.5 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 18.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 52.9 ft3 |
2012 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.