2011 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 99 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Malibu | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 33 L |