2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 621 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Malibu | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |