2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Malibu | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
