2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Ram | XC60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |