2002 Acura CL vs. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | CL | Malibu |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |