2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
