1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
