2003 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Stratus (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Stratus | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
