2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Malibu | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |