2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Volvo C70. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 918 kg more than 2004 Volvo C70. 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 (509 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
