2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1017 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 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
