2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 424 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Durango | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |