2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500.
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 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Malibu | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |