2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
