2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 461 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 XKR 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 XKR. 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 XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40. 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XKR | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
