2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Malibu | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |