2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 255 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 2003 Chevrolet Malibu
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Malibu
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.1 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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