2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Malibu | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |