2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 592 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.
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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Saab | Chevrolet |
| Model | 05-Sep | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
