2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
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 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Malibu | Rondo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |