2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2011 Volvo XC60 | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
Model | XC60 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1934 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |