2011 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Forte would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte.
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 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Forte |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 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 | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
