2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Malibu | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |