2011 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1023 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
Because 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo S40 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Volvo | Dodge |
Model | S40 | Dakota |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |