2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | SL | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 616 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
