1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
