Compare the2023 Dodge ChargerVS 2023 Volvo S90

Both the Charger and the S90 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, plastic fuel tanks, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights, rearview cameras, available crash mitigating brakes, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems and rear cross-path warning.

Dodge’s powertrain warranty covers the Charger 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Volvo covers the S90. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 5 years or 60,000 miles. Coverage on the S90 ends after only 4 years or 50,000 miles.

There are almost 9 times as many Dodge dealers as there are Volvo dealers, which makes it much easier should you ever need service under the Charger’s warranty.

A reliable vehicle saves its owner time, money and trouble. Nobody wants to be stranded or have to be without a vehicle while it’s being repaired. Consumer Reports rates the Charger’s reliability 40 points higher than the S90.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2022 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Dodge vehicles are better in initial quality than Volvo vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Dodge second in initial quality, above the industry average. With 113 more problems per 100 vehicles, Volvo is ranked 33rd, below the industry average.

J.D. Power and Associates’ 2022 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Dodge vehicles are more reliable than Volvo vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Dodge above average in long-term dependability. With 26 more problems per 100 vehicles in the first three years of ownership, Volvo is rated below average.

The Charger Scat Pack’s 6.4 V8 produces 30 more horsepower (485 vs. 455) than the S90 T8’s optional 2.0 turbo/supercharged 4-cylinder hybrid.

As tested in Car and Driver the Charger Scat Pack 6.4 V8 is faster than the S90 B6:

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the Charger R/T’s fuel efficiency. The S90 doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The Charger has 2.6 gallons more fuel capacity than the S90 (18.5 vs. 15.9 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

The Charger Scat Pack’s launch control uses engine electronics to hold engine RPM’s precisely in order to provide the most stable and rapid acceleration possible, using all of the available traction. The S90 doesn’t offer launch control.

For better stopping power the Charger Daytona/Widebody’s brake rotors are larger than those on the S90:

The Charger stops much shorter than the S90:

For better traction, the Charger Scat Pack Widebody’s tires are larger than the largest tires available on the S90 (305/35R20 vs. 255/35R20).

The front and rear suspension of the Charger uses coil springs for better ride, handling and control than the S90, which uses transverse leafs springs in the rear. Coil springs compress more progressively and offer more suspension travel for a smoother ride with less bottoming out.

The Charger Scat Pack handles at .95 G’s, while the S90 pulls only .90 G’s of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

The Charger Scat Pack executes Motor Trend’s “Figure Eight” maneuver 1 seconds quicker than the S90 (25.3 seconds @ .8 average G’s vs. 26.3 seconds @ .68 average G’s).

For better maneuverability, the Charger Scat Pack’s turning circle is 1.2 feet tighter than the S90’s (37.5 feet vs. 38.7 feet).

The Dodge Charger may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 300 to 350 pounds less than the Volvo S90.

Because it has more passenger and cargo room, the EPA rates the Charger a Large car, while the S90 is rated a Mid-size.

The Charger has 2.7 cubic feet more passenger volume than the S90 (104.7 vs. 102).

The Charger has .8 inches more front headroom, 2 inches more front shoulder room, 1.2 inches more rear hip room and 2.5 inches more rear shoulder room than the S90.

The Charger has a much larger trunk than the S90 (16.5 vs. 13.5 cubic feet).

The Charger’s standard rear seats fold to accommodate long and bulky cargo. The S90 Luxury Package doesn’t offer folding rear seats.

The Charger has a 1000 lbs. towing capacity. The S90 has no towing capacity.

Standard Trailer Sway Damping on the Charger uses the Electronic Stability Control sensors to detect trailer sway, then uses individual brakes to counteract any swaying and help keep the tow vehicle and trailer steady. The S90 doesn’t offer electronic trailer sway control.

The engine in the Charger is mounted longitudinally (North-South), instead of sideways, as in the S90. This makes it easier to service and maintain, because the accessory belts are in front.

A maintenance reminder system is standard on the Charger to save the owner time and money by calculating maintenance intervals for oil changes, based on odometer mileage. This takes the guesswork out of keeping your vehicle in top condition and helps it last longer. Volvo doesn’t offer a maintenance reminder on the S90.

The Charger’s optional easy entry system raises the steering wheel and glides the driver’s seat back when the door is unlocked or the ignition is switched off, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The S90 doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

The Charger’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The S90 does not have an oil pressure gauge.

To shield the driver and front passenger’s vision over a larger portion of the windshield and side windows, the Charger has standard extendable sun visors. The S90 doesn’t offer extendable visors.

The Charger is available in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. The S90 doesn’t offer a two-wheel drive configuration.

Consumer Reports® recommends the Dodge Charger, based on reliability, safety and performance. The Volvo S90 isn't recommended.

The Dodge Charger outsold the Volvo 90 Series by almost 43 to one during 2022.