2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Freelander. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Malibu | Freelander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |