2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90. 2010 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
