2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 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 V50 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJ | V50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |