2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2000 Daewoo Musiro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Musiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Musiro would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 469 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daewoo Musiro 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 2000 Daewoo Musiro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Malibu (298 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2000 Daewoo Musiro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Malibu | Musiro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
