2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Malibu | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
