2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 717 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Malibu | Aerio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |