2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Toyota Crown.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |