1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJS | XC70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |