2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Duster 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.
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2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Malibu | Duster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
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 | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2673 mm |