2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S60 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
