2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |