2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJR | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJR | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
