2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Malibu | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |