2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 369 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC70.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
