2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 10 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. Both 2003 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 Nissan Quest are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 474 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Quest |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |