2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Sequoia | Malibu |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |