2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80, 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 XJ220 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ220 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Top Speed | 354 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
