2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Malibu |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |