2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
