2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 362 kg more than 2013 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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
