1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | E-350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |