1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 217 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
