2005 Acura TL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
