2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP) has 420 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 Maybach Landaulet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maybach Landaulet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Malibu | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 620 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 110 L |
