2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Peugeot 207 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 134 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Malibu | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
