2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2009 Ford Taurus X | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Taurus X | Malibu |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |