2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Convertible | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
