2006 Acura RSX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2006 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Acura RSX | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RSX | Malibu |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |