2008 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo C70 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | C70 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
