2011 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2011 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Escape | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escape | S80 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
