2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Chevrolet Malibu were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi S4 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model S4 Malibu
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 61 L


 

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