2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 71 L |
