2005 Volvo V50 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V50 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | V50 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
