2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge M80 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | M80 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
