2000 Lada Samara vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 559 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Malibu (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lada Samara | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Lada | Chevrolet |
Model | Samara | Malibu |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |