2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Pacifica | Malibu |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3951 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |