1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Durango | XC90 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |