2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Malibu | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
