2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Mazda Spiano
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Malibu and 2003 Mazda Spiano were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 724 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Malibu | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3501 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
