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Toyota Sienna (2008) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Toyota Sienna and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2008 Toyota Sienna and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Toyota Sienna Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
198 kW@6200
332 Nm@4700
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
188 kW@6300
340 Nm@3200
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 3,030 mm 2,852 mm 1 mm
Length 5,080 mm 4,872 mm 1 mm
Width 1,966 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,750 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,895 kg 1,653 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 76 L 61 L 15 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,067 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,621 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,483 mm 1,346 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,090 mm 1,072 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,021 mm 945 mm -944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,648 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,715 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,006 mm 955 mm -954 mm
Headroom, Row 3 968 mm 0 mm 968 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,552 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,316 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 1,003 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Total Legroom 3,099 mm (over 3 rows) 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 1,235 L 428 L -427 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 2,676 L 15.1 -13.1 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 4,216 L 15.1 -11.1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Sienna

2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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