2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Malibu | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
