2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Titan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 140 L |
