2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. 2000 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Malibu | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
