1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2004 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
