2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Malibu | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
