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2012 Subaru Forester and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Specifications
| 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 | 2,616 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,559 mm | 4,783 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,781 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,674 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,560 kg | 1,496 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 62 L | 2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,351 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,412 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,331 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 978 mm | -13 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 949 L | 436 L | 513 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,934 L | 15.4 | -14.4 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Subaru Forester
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
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