2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Malibu | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |