2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. 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 95 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 610 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Malibu | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
