2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 102 L |
