2001 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 676 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
