2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Malibu | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |