2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |