2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 77 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper 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 2005 Dodge Viper. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Malibu | Viper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 712 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |