2002 Acura RL vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RL (225 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2002 Acura RL (313 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RL | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2400 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 |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
