2012 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Malibu and 2012 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Malibu | 3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |