2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
