2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 826 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land 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, 2006 Toyota Land 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 96 L |