2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Malibu | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 150 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |