2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Subaru Outback 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 26 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Outback 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.
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2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Malibu | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |