2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
