2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 135 L |