2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 66 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. 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 Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
