2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XKR | V50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |