2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. 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 SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Malibu | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |