2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Malibu | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
