2006 Volvo XC70 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo XC70 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Volvo | Jaguar |
| Model | XC70 | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
