2011 Volvo XC70 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | XC70 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2814 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
