2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XK and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
