2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 643 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
