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

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2019 Subaru Forester and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

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 2,670 mm 2,852 mm 0 mm
Length 4,625 mm 4,872 mm 0 mm
Width 1,816 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,715 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,564 kg 1,669 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 63 L 61 L 2 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,046 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,478 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,346 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,100 mm 1,072 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,006 mm 945 mm -944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,453 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,323 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 955 mm -954 mm
Total Legroom 2,101 mm (over 2 rows) 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 1,002 L 428 L -427 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,155 L 15.1 -13.1 L

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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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