2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Entourage. (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Entourage.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Hyundai Entourage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Malibu | Entourage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |