2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
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 Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Magnum | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6064 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
