2005 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
