2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Malibu | I-280 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |