2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Patrol 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 135 L |