2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 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 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 115 L |