2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 66 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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 Malibu | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Malibu | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |