2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 654 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Malibu | Rodius |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |