2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |