2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Malibu | DURANGO |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 93 L |