2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Malibu | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
