2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar X-Type and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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 (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2007 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | X-Type | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
