2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 108 L |
