2000 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2005 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
