2009 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Ford Escape and 2009 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 776 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escape | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |