2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 100 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 313 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Malibu | Siena |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |