Camry vs Malibu
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Q: toyota camry vs. chevy malibu vs. honda accord vs. hyundai sonota vs. mitsubishi galant vs. ford taurus?
hi everybody! im looking to buy a new car to replace my toyota camry. so far i test drove the new toyota camry and honda accord. i dont like the look of the toyota or the honda. i want a V6 with an automatic. ive seen pics of the new malibu and i love it. gonna test it wednesday. the taurus is a really good solid safe car but it reminds me of my grandfather. some friends told me to stay away from all hyundai cars but i have a friend who works for a dealership and she can get me a big discount. my sister had a mitsubishi galant and she liked it. any suggestions would help.
A: I like the new accord very much. I drove my brothers and its smooth and powerful but its not a chick car. The Mistu is not that great. I had a Hyundai Veracruz and it was a piece of junk. The warranty is a joke and the dealers rip you off. Buy anything but a Hyundai. The Ford is a great car but youre right its a old fart car. Go with the Accord its always a best bet but don’t forget to drive the Malibu cause I have read a lot of great things about it.
Q: Toyota Camry vs. Chevy Malibu..who wins?
The Malibu seems to kick some butt with its reliability ratings on JD Power…but so does Camry.
When it comes to reliability, who wins this fight?
A: Toyota of course. I’m only 12 and I know that.
Q: 2000 Toyota Camry vs. 2003 Chevy Malibu?
I am considering purchasing the following the malibu is a 2003 LS V6 with 147,000 miles it needs nothing and the Camry is a 2000 LE V6 with 138,000 miles the camry has a dent in the door and the power mirrors don’t work and the check engine light is on because oxygen sensors. I need to know which one is the better value both are $3500 and which one will last longer
A: Really depends on the maintenance history of the vehicles…personally I would want neither due to the more expensive to repair and lower mpg of the V6, but that’s just me :}
Q: Malibu LT2 Vs Nissan Altima ‘08 Vs Toyota Camry ‘07?
Hello Guys,
I have a tough choice, i am looking for a family sedan with following choice:
1) Malibu LT2 – Mid 2009, 30K, 2.4 L, 4 cyl., leather interior, sunroof, alloys, 17-18 Grands from chevy dealer
2) Nissan Altima- 07-08, 60 K, base with convenience, alloys, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, 16 grands, nissan dealer
3) Toyota Camry – 07 Sports, 80 K, Leather, Sunroof, alloys, 3.0 L, 6 cyl. 17-18 Grands, toyota dealer
Which is a better choice, we previously owned all Japanese cars (Camry, Accord, Venza) but is it worth giving Chevy a try. I personally like the looks of Malibu and its more loaded and newer but not sure how well it goes down with time. I am planning to keep it for 3-5 years. Considering the Insurance Malibu costs least and Altima most with roughly 15$ difference each. Any personnel experience with these vehicles is appreciated.
A: The biggest challenge you face with owning Malibu and Camry is resale value. Both are particularly poor depreciators, even used ones, and especially since Camry has now been subjected to such widespread recall on top of the most recent version being the least favorably received and most criticized for its dramatic cheapening of interior materials and being rather uninspired, showing the extent to which Toyota has begun taking its reputation, and customers, for granted.
Just in the past week alone, residual values for recalled model year Camrys have dropped by 1-3% alone. Malibu is a much-improved GM vehicle, but largely because improving upon GM’s vehicles was no great achievement. Of the three, Altima would be the best choice.
In the same class, the real head-and-shoulders standout would be the current Ford Fusion which happened to be the 2010 Motor Trend Car of the Year. In addition to being the best vehicle by far, all of the other beneficial reasons for supporting Ford happen to come with it. Fit and finish are far superior to either Malibu or Camry; and once you’ve driven a vehicle with SYNC voice/media control, you won’t want to drive another without it.
One of the things you should weigh MOST carefully, especially given that you are considering recent model year vehicles, is that quality used vehicles have never been in greater demand and shorter supply and are therefore more relatively highly priced than they’ve ever been. And this happens to be at the very time that new car makers and dealers have never been more motivated to sell new vehicles with unprecedented negotiating room, rebates and incentives. Many car shoppers are unaware that it’s actually possible to buy a brand new vehicle for as little (or even less, in some circumstances) than a low-mileage used equivalent. Auto site Edmunds wrote a recent article summarizing a study they conducted about the phenomenon:
http://blogs.edmunds.com/greencaradvisor/2009/03/some-new-cars-cheaper-than-used-now-hybrids-included-edmunds-study-finds.html
Not only do you get the benefits of a full manufacturer’s warranty (and the option to purchase an extended warranty at the lowest price point), but some of the “good” fallout from the recent upheaval in the auto industry is that makers really loaded-up their 2010 product (introduced during 2009) to increase the value proposition and spur sales.
Whether the standard equipment compliment or the quality and variety of options available, vehicles brought to market after the first part of 2009 are generally dramatically better, ESPECIALLY among GM and Ford products, and Ford has had a 3 year headstart, having begun their own turnaround by their own bootstraps in 2006. Even if you spend an additional $1,000-$2,000, you’ll probably find it goes particularly far in terms of how much more car you get for your money by virtue of simply advancing to a newer model year, in addition to all of the additional good you’ll do for the American economy by buying a new, rather than used, vehicle.
Best of luck. I hope this helps.
Q: Toyota Camry vs Lexus ES 350
Hello, Can anyone who has driven the camry and the lexus ES 350 tell me the differance between the two?. Because I really like the lexus but it’s pretty pricey and if the camry drives and handles like it then I’d sooner get the camry. But I would like anyones epinion. I have looked at the new 2008 malibu and found the head room to be a bit low so it didn’t work out but I really need a car thats very comfortable and smooth. Thanks.
A: The Lexus is worth the extra money. Although the Lexus shares the same platform as the Camry, the engine is tuned for slightly better performance and it has about 12 more horsepower than the “same” engine in the Camry.
Also, the interior fit-n-finish and material used in the ES is much better than a Camry.
So, question comes down to, do you think there is $10K worth of additional “luxury” in a Lexus than a Camry? Is fit-n-finish, more luxurious feel, and the badge worth $10K more? To me, if I’m keeping it for the rest of it’s life… yes. If I’m just going to hold onto it for say a few years and sell… maybe not.
Q: 03 camry vs 05 mallibu…?
im looking get one of two cars, they are around the same price. the first is an 03 toyota camry with 80 thousand miles, the other is an 05 chevy malibu w 35thou. i know toyotas have a good reputation, and i dont know much about the malibus. i dont care about what looks cooler or whatever, im a single mom with two kids and just want somthing that will last and get good gas mileage. they are both four cyl. please give me some input! thanks!
A: id go with the camry, the malibu is horrible when it comes to reliability and re sale value. you can also consider looking for a honda accord, im sure you can find one for the same price range as the camry, camry or accord are the way to go – most reliable and best resale value
Q: Saturn Aura VS Chevy malibu?
Test drove an 08 Malibu today, I really liked it. So quiet. Better then an 04 Camry I used to have. The Sales guy told me it was the same as a Saturn Aura. I bought a used car @ a Saturn dealer once, liked the way they did business. So my question is, is there really any differance between the 2 cars?
A: Well, it’s not a matter of rebadging here, it’s a matter of GM’s new ‘platform engineering’.
They are different cars.
The Malibu is more well-rounded while the Aura is sportier. The Aura will handle better, but won’t ride quite as comfortably.
The Aura doesn’t have all of the special sound-deadening equipment of the Malibu either.
But they are both built on the same platform.
So yes, the difference is there, and it’s fairly significant–the two cars are not interchangeable. But maybe you want to go drive the Aura and see if you like it.
Q: Which is the most reliable sedan car ?
Which is the most reliable sedan car? Honda Accord VS Nissan Altima vs Toyota Camry vs Chevy Malibu? Any other contender?
I’m looking into buying a brand new sedan..
A: Don’t know for sure but….
I just replaced my 1988 Honda Accord got it new 20 years ago…did the normal maintenance…8 mufflers….lifetime guarantee on the first one…those guys were damn tired of me…replace the replaceables…and it still ran great when I sold it for 1100.00 The only reason its not in my garage now is no air bags..bought a Honda Accord EX 6 cyl…all the bells and whistles..2002 79K on it for 10500…I plan to drive it another 200,000 miles…just a thought…
Q: 2008 Malibu LT2 vs 2008 Accord EX (Canadian Models)?
After a long search of midsize cars I have narrowed it down to these 2 cars, detailed opinions of why you prefer one over the other are appreciated. Camry is not here because it is too conservative, and every other person has one. Thanks
Yes I did look at and test drive the new Altime and it is impressive but the drive isnt as good as the Malibu. The engine doest sound as good, the steering is way too light…and in general the Malibu interior is better…thats my opinion of course….the Malibu was surprisingly VERY nice to drive and I have driven many many cars
A: I would buy the Malibu. It is cheaper and not nearly as common. Also, you won’t feel like a statistic when you buy it.
Q: Why do people rate this answer negative???
Last year Toyota had the most recalls, but the media “failed” to notice since millions would stand against them because of thier reputation. These days reputation is nothing, technology advances so fast it cant keep up. For ex: three years ago GM was one of the worst companies, now they have the most top-rated vehicles, and the quality/reliability surpasses Toyota. Honda is still on top of the reliability ratings. Ford also had more recalls than GM and DaimlerChrysler combined, for reasons like exploding engines and wheels falling off. Here is a quote from the Washington Posts review of the Toyota CAmry “one of which is the Chevrolet Malibu, which in my real-world driving experience has been every bit as good and reliable as the much-ballyhooed Camry but has been maligned primarily because it is a Chevrolet”. Oddly enough that was an ‘04 Malibu VS the totally redisigned ‘07 Camry. Common problems with Toyotas are plastic rattling until it falls off. People then complain that when they take it to the dealer to be fixed they just say “The cars are made with so much plastic its practically impossible to fix” GM is also the worlds fastest growing manufacturer, and that dosent happen by accident.
Sources:
edmunds.com
vehix.com
cars.com
Automobile Magazine
Car & Driver
Consumer REports
JD Power
Jay, you need to focus on TODAYS models. Chevys used to be pieces of s***, but they sacraficed the advertising budget and put the money into developing. If you test a new GM you will know just how much this has payed off. Malibus ARE rental cars, it is the Impala that faces the Camry and Accord, and Impala sales are growing faster than any other comparable model. GM dominates the SUV segment, getting the awards from Consumer REports, and JD Power ranks the Tahoe higher than Toyota Sequia,in overall quality, and ties in every other class. GMs interiors are the most improved part of thier vehicles. Just step in a new Suburban or Tahoe, they are nicer than any Toyota. WHO CARES how companies scored on an ‘03-’04 test, people wnat to know about NOW, in which the Saturn Aura is the best. If you saw one, and drove it you would know why. All of Gm’s new models beat thier competitions. I have done my home work, now Jay needs to update his.
Stewpid, OLD Chevys rattled, the new ones dont. You also dont think Toyotas are rattle free?
“Common problems with Toyotas are plastic rattling until it falls off. People then complain that when they take it to the dealer to be fixed they just say “The cars are made with so much plastic its practically impossible to fix”~ Quoted from above. Heres the link to only SOME of the reviews. http://research.cars.com/go/crp/research.jsp?year=2007&makeid=47&modelid=424§ion=consumerreviews#reviews
Select lowest-highest, any car that fills two out of five pages with negative reviews is not that good. Now compare it to the reviews of the comparable Saturn Aura and see what is really a better car. http://research.cars.com/go/crp/research.jsp?year=2007&makeid=43&modelid=8377§ion=consumerreviews#reviews
A: Those cars are good cars so long as they are kept up. The question is hidden somewhat but the answer is this – No one wants to wade though the ups and downs of the entire industry to decide whether to give an honest or clever answer. Every year you can say, they don’t make ‘em the way they used to.
Q: GM vs Toyota Part 1?
i really dont understand why would anyone buy a car from Toyota instead of one made by Chevy. The new Malibu is much better than Camry and Accord. And the Cobalt is better than the Civic or Corolla. The Aveo is better than Fit and Yaris. Then tell me why are you still not buying from GM?
A: gm may make cars tha look nice but when it comes down to it, theyre reliability and resale value sucks, a honda or toyota have 10 times better resale values and would run longer in my opinion.
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