2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Peugeot Partner 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 (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
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 (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot Partner 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Malibu | Partner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
