2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 524 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Malibu | Soul |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |