2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Kia Opirus. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Opirus.
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, 2006 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Malibu | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
