2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (271 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Malibu | Outlook |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |