1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1007 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 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (249 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 98 L |
