2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Malibu | 408 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
