2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Malibu | XTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2831 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |