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Dodge Durango vs. Volvo XC90 Review

How the Dodge Durango stacks up against the Volvo XC90 - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2009 Dodge Durango
Price Range: $28,130 - $39,785
2010 Volvo XC90
Price Range: $37,000 - $47,550
Dodge Durango vs. Volvo XC90 Review

Performance
With that kind of horsepower, the Dodge Durango is a legitimate sports car.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Dodge Durango and the Volvo XC90 definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Volvo XC90's engine is significantly smaller than the Dodge Durango's. Keep in mind that smaller engines can be stressed more; on the other hand, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. The Volvo XC90 could learn a lesson or two from the Durango as far as pickup. Torque equals pickup, and the Dodge Durango will have picked up and gone by the time the Volvo XC90 finally gets moving.

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Dodge Durango over the Volvo XC90. The Durango is likely a better choice than the Volvo XC90 regarding transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of cargo or large dogs. The Dodge Durango outpulls the Volvo XC90 by a massive margin.

Convenience
You'll definitely take the Volvo for a fill-up about as often as the Dodge Durango.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the Durango's front cabin compared to the Volvo XC90. The ampler interior dimensions of the Dodge Durango make it substantially roomier for your passengers than the Volvo XC90.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Durango than the Volvo XC90 because of its bigger tank. The Volvo and the Dodge Durango compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The Dodge Durango consumes a lot of gasoline compared to the Volvo XC90. Regarding gas mileage, the Volvo XC90 bests the Dodge Durango. In terms of MSRP, the Volvo costs significantly more than the Dodge Durango.

Overview
The basic warranty that comes with the Dodge Durango isn't quite as generous as the Volvo XC90's.

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