2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Charger and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Charger | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |