1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
