1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Malibu | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
