2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 676 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
