1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
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 S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
