2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 2 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 (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 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 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Malibu | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2710 mm |
