2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 514 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |