2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Dakota and 2005 Volvo V40 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 Dakota (319 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V40. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dakota | V40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |