2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango 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) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 201 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Durango | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |
