2000 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
