2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Malibu | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |