2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Nissan Bluebird 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |