2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2007 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Colorado | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
