2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |