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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 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 186 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Malibu | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |