2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
