2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Malibu | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |