2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Malibu | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
