2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Charger | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |