2004 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. Both 2004 Jaguar X-Type and 2005 Volvo V40 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V40 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Volvo V40.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X-Type (337 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | X-Type | V40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
