2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 421 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Malibu | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 326 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |