2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Malibu | Croma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
