2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Uplander | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
