1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Vanden Plas | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
