2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens 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 56 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Carens 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 | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Carens |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
