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Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI (2010) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2010 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2010 2006  
Model Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
3.5L V6
OHV-2v
201 hp@5400
220 lb-ft@3200
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 106.3 in -4.8 in
Length 179.3 in 188.3 in -9 in
Width 70.1 in 69.9 in 0.2 in
Height 57.4 in 57.5 in -0.1 in
Curb Weight 3308 lb. 3297 lb. 11 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 16.3 gal. -1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 39.6 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 56.7 in -1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 53.2 in -53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 41.9 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 37.6 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 56.1 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 52.4 in -52.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.4 in 38.5 in -3.1 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 80.4 in (over 2 rows) -3.8 in
Cargo Volume 16.0 ft3 15.4 ft3 0.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI

2010 Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Surprisingly roomy for this size of car. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good room for a small car. Four adults can ride comfortably. Plenty of cargo room with the rear seats down. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
2010 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot of rear leg rrom when compared to the Mazda3 and A3 which I also looked at. see full Volkswagen Jetta / Golf / GTI review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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