2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 512 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Malibu | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |