2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
