2001 Buick Century vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Buick Century 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Century Malibu
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 61 L


 

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