2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 3,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 32 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 (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3501 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
