2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. 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 67 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 206 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
