2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 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 20 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW X5 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 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Malibu | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |