1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | E-250 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 132 L |