2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 168 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |