2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
