2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Malibu | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |