2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Malibu | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 105 L |
