2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Outlander | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 101 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
