2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Malibu | Aura |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |