2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Malibu | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |