2011 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 307 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 307 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 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Malibu | 307 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
