2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar X-Type and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (227 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 239 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2007 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | X-Type | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
