2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Malibu | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
