2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Mitsubishi Colt 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Malibu | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |
