2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 718 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Durango | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |