2001 Acura TL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
