2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 284 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Malibu | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |