2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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 (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Sentra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |