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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $28,670

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $6,695

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,023

Chevrolet Malibu LTZ   
Difference: $5,632

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Base Price $27,095 $31,010
Base Invoice $25,605 $28,752
Sunroof 800 850
Power-adjustable pedals 125  
4.6L V8   1,310
Remote start   385
Convenience Package   995
Sunroof 664 723
Power-adjustable pedals 104  
4.6L V8   1,192
Remote start   327
Convenience Package   846
Options (change) 925 3,540
Options (change) 768 3,088
Destination 650 815
Total Price $28,670 $35,365
Total Invoice $27,023 $32,655

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,975
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,967
Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Engine252hp V6292hp V8
TransmissionT6A6
DrivetrainFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/26 MPG13/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)210, 8?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18235/65-18
Total Price$28,670$35,365
Adjustments for Features0-720
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,670$34,645
Total Invoice$27,023$32,655
Adjustments for Features0-665
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,023$31,990

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power sliding rear window $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Brake assist$50 
Full-size spare tire $225
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net$40 
Class II trailer hitch $200
Roof rails $250
Storage compartment(s) in bed $100
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125
Rear air vents $100
Rear defrost$200 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Tubular side steps $350
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
White-letter tires $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,855$4,575
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$720
Value of Feature Adjustments0-665

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20082009
ModelMalibuExplorer Sport Trac
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Wheelbase112.3 in130.5 in
Length191.8 in210.2 in
Width70.3 in73.7 in
Height57.1 in72.5 in
Curb Weight3,680 lb.4,618 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.1 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume15.1 ft30.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950		1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Trip computer150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested32538%
Total Not Requested52562%

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