2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Opa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Opa would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Toyota Opa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Opa. (202 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Opa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |
