2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Malibu | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |