2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 296 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Malibu | Captiva |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |