2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Malibu |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |