2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 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 34 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
