2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Malibu | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 129 L |
