2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 436 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Malibu | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
