1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 634 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Malibu | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
