1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
