2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2000 Jaguar XKA and 2000 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jaguar XKA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Jaguar XKA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XKA | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1490 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
