2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Stratus | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 4412 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
