2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2011 Acura ZDX is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2011 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura ZDX 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, 2011 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Malibu | ZDX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |