2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 494 kg more than 2008 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2008 Buick Park Avenue 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 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Malibu | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3009 mm |