2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 482 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Malibu | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |