2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 145 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.
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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Malibu | Thesis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |