2013 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 531 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Spark |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
