2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Malibu | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |