1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 556 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (325 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
