2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Malibu | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
