2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | RAV4 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
