1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
