2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 359 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
