2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1998 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1998 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Malibu | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
