1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 675 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2860 mm |
