1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Malibu and 1999 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 239 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |