2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 663 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
