2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 752 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Malibu | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
