2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (126 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | X-Type | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
