1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | RunX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
