2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Honda Civic

To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 501 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Malibu 2011 Honda Civic
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Malibu Civic
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1249 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1460 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 5.7 L/100km


 

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