2009 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 991 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Savana (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Savana | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1559 kg |
