2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 289 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 3 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 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Malibu | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |