2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai XG 350.
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 (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai XG 350. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Hyundai XG 350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Malibu | XG 350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |