2002 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 62 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo V70 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Volvo | Jaguar |
| Model | V70 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3032 mm |
