1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
