2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Malibu | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |