2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Viper | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
