2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Malibu | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
