Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo XC70 | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5600 295 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 112.3 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 190.5 in | 191.8 in | -1.3 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 70.3 in | 5.5 in |
Height | 63.1 in | 57.1 in | 6 in |
Curb Weight | 4098 lb. | 3645 lb. | 453 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 55.9 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.0 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.2 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.2 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 53.9 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 52.1 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.6 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.1 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 57 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo XC70.
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 |