2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3540 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |