2005 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
