2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
