2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 3 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 17 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Malibu | CX-05 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4555 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2165 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |