2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1384 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | F-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 144 L |