2006 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 158 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 @ 3950 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Escape | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escape | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4412 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
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 | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |