2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 441 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 99 L |