2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 5 kg more 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 (298 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | CR-V |
| 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 | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
