1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Volvo V90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90. 1996 Volvo V90 has automatic transmission and 1995 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1995 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Volvo V90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jaguar XJS | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJS | V90 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
