2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S80 (260 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Stratus | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
