2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 204 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Malibu | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |