2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Malibu and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 111 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Malibu | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |