2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Malibu and 2003 Ferrari Enzo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 264 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
Because 2003 Ferrari Enzo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ferrari Enzo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Ferrari Enzo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Malibu | Enzo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 651 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 658 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |