2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | X670 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
