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2015 Chrysler 200 vs  Chevrolet Malibu near Madison, WIThe Chevrolet Malibu is about the same width as the Chrysler 200. When looking at overall length, the Chevrolet Malibu takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Chrysler 200. The Chevrolet Malibu will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Chrysler 200, making it more convenient to drive. | |
2015 Chrysler 200 Power & HandlingThe new 200 is based off of the same platform as the Dodge Dart and Jeep Cherokee, albeit stretched to fit midsize sedan proportions. As such, it shares some powertrain components with those vehicles as well. The standard engine is the 2.4-liter Tigershark four-cylinder engine making 184-horsepower, powering the front wheels through a standard nine-speed transmission. The optional motor is the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 that Chrysler puts in just about everything, making a significantly higher 295-hp. It too uses the new nine-speed automatic, but also offers optional all-wheel-drive. | Chevrolet Malibu Power & HandlingThe 6-speed automatic does a good job of finding and holding the right gears and when it does shift, the transition is nearly imperceptible. We found the Sienna's ride to be quite smooth, but did feel there was more road and wind noise inside than in the Honda Odyssey. With some small blind spots toward the rear of the van, we also found the Blind Spot Monitoring system a welcome addition. For those seeking a more dialed-in driving experience, the SE trim offers a sport-tuned suspension and 19-inch wheels. Both features improve handling but also result in a harsher ride and more road noise inside the cabin. | ||
2015 Chrysler 200 Features & DesignThe Chrysler 200 has a modern design that pulls cues from many different existing cars. That roofline is pure Audi A7; the rear quarter panels are very much Ford Taurus; the rear taillight shapes look like the latest Chevrolet Impala. This vehicle's interiors have been outstanding, and the 2015 model continues that trend. Sweeping shapes and unique materials have been used inside. Present is Chrysler's ubiquitous Uconnect 8.4-inch touch-screen high in the dashboard, but just below it is something new for a mainstream midsize family sedan: a rotary knob instead of a gear shift lever. The electronic selector is housed in a floating console that features a large storage area underneath that's able to accommodate an iPad, with a pass-through hole that allows electronics stored there to be recharged via plugs in the center console. | Chevrolet Malibu Features & DesignSwoon-inducing looks usually aren't at the top of the list for minivan buyers and, while the 2014 Sienna isn't likely to change that, its sheetmetal is comfortably inoffensive. The Sienna has a mildly athletic, forward-leaning stance. A svelte beltline runs the length of each side, effectively splitting the vehicle and preventing it from looking bloated. SE models, which aim to be sportier, sit a bit lower and ride on bigger, 19-inch wheels. The Sienna SE also features smoked taillights and, for a visually lower stance, side skirting. | ||
ConclusionsWhen it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Malibu is significantly less powerful than the Chrysler 200. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums. In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Malibu and the Chrysler 200. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries into the Chevrolet Malibu as you will in the Chrysler 200. For more information on these vehicles, feel free to give us a call! |
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