2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XJ8 and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XJ8 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |