2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
