Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 112.3 in | -8.4 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 191.8 in | -15.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 70.3 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.1 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 3645 lb. | -319 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.9 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.0 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.2 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 53.9 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 52.1 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 37.6 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Volvo S40.
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 |