2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 89 kg more than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300.
Because 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 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 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, both vehicles can yield 298 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Progress NC 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
