2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3590 mm |
