2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2001 Jaguar X-Type and 2001 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | X-Type | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
