2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
