2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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, 2001 Volvo S80 (220 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Stratus | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
