2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | F-150 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 411 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 61 L |