2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 (200 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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 (298 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Altima 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 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |