2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 346 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3501 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
