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2009 Toyota Avalon and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Avalon | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 112.3 in | -1.3 in |
| Length | 197.2 in | 191.8 in | 5.4 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 70.3 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 57.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3495 lb. | 3680 lb. | -185 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 55.9 in | 3.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 53.0 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.2 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 53.9 in | 4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 52.1 in | 4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 37.6 in | 3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.4 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Avalon
| 2009 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2009 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 |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue 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 |
| 2009 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 tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. 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 |
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