2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C70 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2010 Volvo C70 (350 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
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2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Impala | C70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 318 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |