2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | S-Type | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
