2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |