2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 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 118 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2010 Volvo S40. 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 2010 Volvo S40. 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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |