2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Malibu | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
