2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar S-Type and 2004 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | S-Type | XC90 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |