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Toyota Prius (2011) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota Prius and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2011 Toyota Prius and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2011 2007  
Model Toyota Prius Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,852 mm 0 mm
Length 4,460 mm 4,770 mm 0 mm
Width 1,745 mm 1,773 mm 0 mm
Height 1,491 mm 1,476 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,380 kg 1,569 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 45 L 62 L -17 L
Headroom, Row 1 980 mm 1,001 mm 979 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,394 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,339 mm 1,359 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,080 mm 1,064 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 1,001 mm 954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,349 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,300 mm 1,331 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 914 mm 1,041 mm 913 mm
Total Legroom 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 612 L 646 L -34 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,121 L 1,161 L 0 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota Prius

2011 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
I can seat comforably up front and rear passanger have plenty of knee room see full Toyota Prius review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
I have had people 6ft 2 inches in the back and they had head and leg room. The Insight is very tight and I, whom is 5 foot 10 inches tall had my head touching the roof, well the top the rear hatch actually. see full Toyota Prius review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
It fits. see full Toyota Prius review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Everyone has leg room see full Toyota Prius review
2011 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review
2011 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
no lumbar support on low end models see full Toyota Prius review
2010 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
I think that the seats should be more supportive for back comfort see full Toyota Prius review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu

2007 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
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
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
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 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 
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