2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 8 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 35 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Malibu | Captiva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2707 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |