2000 Toyota Mark II vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mark II | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mark II | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
