2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 842 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 Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |