2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Malibu | Eclipse |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |