1993 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,345 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort. 2006 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | V50 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2345 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
