2009 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 848 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 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Escape | XC60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |