2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 621 kg more than 2001 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (217 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
