2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar X-Type and 2007 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40. 2007 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | X-Type | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
