1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
