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2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Pontiac Vibe Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Pontiac Vibe | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 102.4 in | 9.9 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 171.1 in | 20.7 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 69.5 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 61.0 in | -3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3415 lb. | 2856 lb. | 559 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.3 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.6 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.6 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 43.7 in | 8.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.2 in | 1.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 49.4 ft3 | -34.3 ft3 |
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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac Vibe
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Room for a 6 foot 4 inch person see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
room to move see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
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