2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Malibu | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |