2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
