Malibu LT vs Sorento LX
Chevrolet · Kia
1/4 Mile winner
Malibu LT
Beats the Sorento LX by 0.00s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Malibu LT beats the Sorento LX by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Malibu LT thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
160 hp
191 hp
0–100 km/h
8.5s
8.5s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gasoline
2.5L 4-Cylinder
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
246 Nm
Price
$25,800
$35,500
Simulated race times
Distance
Malibu LT
Sorento LX
100 m
7.337s
7.337s
1/8 mile
10.819s
10.819s
1/4 mile
16.205s
16.205s
1 km
28.820s
28.820s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Malibu LT is $25,800 vs $35,500 for the Sorento LX — a $9,700 gap. Power: Sorento LX makes 31 hp more (160 vs 191).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Malibu LT or the Sorento LX?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Malibu LT is faster, beating the Sorento LX by 0.00 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Malibu LT vs the Sorento LX?
The Malibu LT hits 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds, while the Sorento LX does it in 8.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Malibu LT produces 160 hp; the Sorento LX produces 191 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Malibu LT tops out at 210 km/h, and the Sorento LX reaches 210 km/h.
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