2009 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3900 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
