2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Envoy | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
