2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Malibu | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
