2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 516 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Malibu | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
