Chevrolet Malibu 2004 vs Opel Vectra 2006
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 3.5 Petrol | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Chevrolet Malibu) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Opel Vectra) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 203 HP | 184 HP | |
| Torque: | 298 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
| Chevrolet Malibu engine produces 19 HP more power than Opel Vectra, but torque is 102 NM less than Opel Vectra. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 7.1 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 61 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.78 m | 4.61 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
| Chevrolet Malibu is 17 cm longer than the Opel Vectra, 3 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 436 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 500 litres | |
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Opel Vectra has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Chevrolet Malibu has 64 litres less trunk space than the Opel Vectra. This could mean that the Chevrolet Malibu uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`100 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 1400 | |
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