2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
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 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Malibu | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
