2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Malibu | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 529 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |