2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307.
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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Malibu | 307 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |