2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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 X670 (441 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | X670 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
