2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Neon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
