2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 382 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Malibu | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
