2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 621 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
