1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Malibu | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |