2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
