2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Durango and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (179 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Durango (393 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Durango | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |