1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Malibu | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
