1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 13 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Malibu | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
