2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Malibu | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
