2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
