2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Malibu | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
