2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram 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 (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
