2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1097 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | S60 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
