Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2008) Specs

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2018 Subaru Forester and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year	2018	2008
Model	Subaru Forester	Chevrolet Malibu
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000	3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200
Transmission	8-speed shiftable CVT	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	112.3 in	-8.4 in
Length	180.9 in	191.8 in	-10.9 in
Width	70.7 in	70.3 in	0.4 in
Height	66.4 in	57.1 in	9.3 in
Curb Weight	3653 lb.	3680 lb.	-27 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	16.0 gal.	-0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.4 in	39.4 in	2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.0 in	55.9 in	1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.9 in	53.0 in	0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.0 in	42.2 in	0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.8 in	37.2 in	2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	53.9 in	2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.0 in	52.1 in	0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.0 in	37.6 in	0.4 in
Total Legroom	81 in (over 2 rows)	79.8 in (over 2 rows)	1.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	34.4 ft³	15.1 ft³	19.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	74.7 ft³	15.1 ft³	59.6 ft³

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD	- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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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