2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
