2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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 24 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (321 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2776 mm |
