2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2011 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Ford Edge | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | Edge |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |