1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
