2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. 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 183 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ220 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
