2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect 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 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
