2001 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Hyundai XG
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Malibu and 2001 Hyundai XG were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai XG weights approximately 186 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Hyundai XG | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Malibu | XG |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |