2005 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,412 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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 S80 (441 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4412 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
