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2008 Toyota Sienna and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
| Model | Toyota Sienna | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 112.3 in | 7 in |
| Length | 200.0 in | 191.8 in | 8.2 in |
| Width | 77.4 in | 70.3 in | 7.1 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 57.1 in | 11.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4177 lb. | 3645 lb. | 532 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 39.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.8 in | 55.9 in | 7.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 53.0 in | 5.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.2 in | 3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.9 in | 53.9 in | 11 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.5 in | 52.1 in | 15.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.6 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.1 in | 0.0 in | 61.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 51.8 in | 0.0 in | 51.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 122 in (over 3 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 42.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 43.6 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 28.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 94.5 ft3 | 15.1 | 79.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.9 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 133.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Sienna
| 2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
| 2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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