2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 163 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 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 2001 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Malibu | 996 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
