2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 239 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
