2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Land Rover Defender were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 489 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Malibu | Defender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
