2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
