2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Terios II would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios II. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Terios II has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Terios II | Malibu |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |