1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Honda That
To start off, 2003 Honda That is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Honda That | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | That |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
