2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.

Because 2010 Nissan Armada 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 2010 Nissan Armada. 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Malibu 2010 Nissan Armada
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Malibu Armada
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2401 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 164 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
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 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3129 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 106 L