2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 186 kg more than 1994 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | 960 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |
