2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
