2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Acura CL
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Acura CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Malibu | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
