2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 602 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
