2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 137 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Dakota | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Dakota | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |