2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 101 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Malibu | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |