2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |