2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar S-Type and 2004 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50, 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | S-Type | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |