1999 Toyota Venture vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Venture | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Venture | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2852 mm |
