2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
