2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Volvo V70
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 V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 388 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
