2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |
