2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 676 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ram (732 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | V50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2639 mm |
