2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 376 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |