2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 164 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
