2001 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Malibu | FX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |