2008 Bentley Azure vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 2 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2008 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2008 Bentley Azure | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
Model | Azure | Malibu |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 61 L |