2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestar 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Freestar weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2007 Ford Freestar (331 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | Freestar |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 331 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |