2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Malibu | R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |