2005 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (248 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aurora | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2738 mm |
