2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2010 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
