2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (325 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 9 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S60. (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Magnum | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
