2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 650 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1693 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
