2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 7 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 (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 23 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, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Malibu | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
