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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.

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, 2008 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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 1968 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L


 

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