2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 341 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Malibu | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |