2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Charger | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |