2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 8 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 (200 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 (298 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 179 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |