2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Malibu | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
