2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
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 | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |