2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 611 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
