2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | TL | Malibu |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |