2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 3,490 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 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 207 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 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Malibu | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |