2008 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger. 2010 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | V70 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
