2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 409 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | S80 | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
