2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Nissan 370Z were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 20 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 2010 Nissan 370Z 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 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
