2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Malibu | 911 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |