2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2013 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 (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Malibu | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 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 | 4780 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
