2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2002 Honda That
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda That would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 912 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda That 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 Honda That 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2002 Honda That | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | That |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
