2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Malibu | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |