2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
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 Verossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Verossa. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Verossa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Verossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |