2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Malibu | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
