2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Malibu | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |