2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
