2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 3 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 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 2007 Ford GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 678 Nm |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
