2011 Kia Borrego vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Borrego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Borrego would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 352 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego 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 2011 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Borrego | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Borrego | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
