2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 466 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Malibu | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 436 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16:01 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |