2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 795 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 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Malibu | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |
