2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |