2003 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 960 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1996 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | 960 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
