1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 776 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tahoe (454 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2852 mm |
