2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 SsangYong Rodius were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Malibu | Rodius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |