2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT 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 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 89 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 GT 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 2005 Ford GT. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT 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 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
