2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Malibu | Patriot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 167 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |