2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Dacia Logan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Logan.
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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Logan. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2008 Dacia Logan 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 | 2008 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
Model | Malibu | Logan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |