2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S80 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
