2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S80 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
