2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
