2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | V70 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
