2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (293 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Malibu | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
