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2009 Volvo S60 and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Volvo S60 | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.4L I5 DOHC-4v 257 hp@5500 258 lb-ft@2100 |
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 | 106.9 in | 112.3 in | -5.4 in |
| Length | 180.2 in | 191.8 in | -11.6 in |
| Width | 71.4 in | 70.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Height | 56.2 in | 57.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 3645 lb. | -252 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.0 in | 53.0 in | -4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 52.1 in | 3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 37.6 in | -4.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.9 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volvo S60
| 2009 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 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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