2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Malibu | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |