2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 35 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Malibu | A |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |