2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Malibu | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
