2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Chevrolet Malibu were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |