2012 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 946 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 Ram 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 Ram. 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 Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Ram | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
