1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 958 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Durango |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
