2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
