2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 59 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | Charger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
