2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |