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2006 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 155 kW@5600 287 Nm@4400 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 122 kW@6400 216 Nm@5000 |
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| Transmission | CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,689 mm | 4,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,826 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,725 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,846 kg | 1,610 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 61 L | 11 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 955 mm | -30 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 0 mm | 820 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 0 mm | 767 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 428 L | -131 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 15.1 | -14.1 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 15.1 | -13.1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Highlander
| 2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander 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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