1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 228 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |