2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2010 Nissan Frontier | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Frontier | Malibu |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |