2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 358 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. 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 Ram (691 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (351 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 691 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93.2 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 19.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |