2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
