2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 9 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Malibu | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
