2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960. 2001 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | 960 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
