2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Malibu | 9-4X |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |