2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (198 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Dakota | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
