2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Magnum and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 Magnum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, 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 Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80. 2007 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Magnum | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Magnum | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |