2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
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2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Audi TT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Malibu | TT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |