2006 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |