2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 61 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 272 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Malibu | Actyon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |