2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic. 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 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Malibu | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| 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 | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
