2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 636 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Tundra | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tundra | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 923 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
