2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2007 Dodge Charger and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 810 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Charger 2007 Volvo S60
Make Dodge Volvo
Model Charger S60
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 341 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1533 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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