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Subaru Forester (2019) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2008) Specs

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2019 Subaru Forester and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2019 2008  
Model Subaru Forester Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
182 hp@5800
176 lb-ft@4400
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6300
251 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.1 in 112.3 in -7.2 in
Length 182.1 in 191.8 in -9.7 in
Width 71.5 in 70.3 in 1.2 in
Height 67.5 in 57.1 in 10.4 in
Curb Weight 3449 lb. 3680 lb. -231 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.6 gal. 16.0 gal. 0.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.2 in 39.4 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.2 in 55.9 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.0 in -53 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.3 in 42.2 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.6 in 37.2 in 2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.2 in 53.9 in 3.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.1 in -52.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.4 in 37.6 in 1.8 in
Total Legroom 82.7 in (over 2 rows) 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.4 ft3 15.1 ft3 20.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 76.1 ft3 15.1 ft3 61 ft3

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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