2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (198 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70, 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Charger | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Charger | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
