2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |