2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Malibu | JX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
