2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Xterra | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
