2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 334 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
