2009 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S80 would be higher. 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 46 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S80 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4414 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
