2000 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 128 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.
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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escape | V50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |