2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
