2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
