2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3270 mm |