2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Volvo S60
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 S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 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 179 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (167 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
