2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga.
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 (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
