2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.

Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Malibu 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Malibu Land Cruiser
Year Released 2000 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2610 mm