2011 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. Both 2011 Chevrolet Malibu and 2012 Volvo XC90 are equipped with a 2,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Chevrolet Malibu | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Malibu | XC90 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |