2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Malibu | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |