2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Laguna. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Malibu | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
