2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 2002 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
