2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 508 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Malibu | 300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3050 mm |