2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XK and 2005 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (290 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
