1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 10 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) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
