2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
