2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1582 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 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 115 L |
