2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 782 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Malibu | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
