2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 399 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
