2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
