2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |