2011 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 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. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Malibu | C30 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |