2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2002 Jaguar XJR 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 XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70, 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, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
