2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 60 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sharan | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
