2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
