2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 481 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2013 GMC Savana 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 2013 GMC Savana. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Malibu | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
