2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 259 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |