2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
