2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 102 L |
