2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Malibu 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Malibu Silverado
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 6580 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2440 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 4250 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 129 L


 

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