2010 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 323 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Charger | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1853 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5083 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
