2011 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Logan 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Renault Logan. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Logan.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Logan. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Logan 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.
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2011 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Renault Logan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Malibu | Logan |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |