2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (240 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (327 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Malibu | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
