1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |