2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2007 Volvo S60 and 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. 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 S60. 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 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. 2007 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 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.
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2007 Volvo S60 | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Volvo | Jaguar |
Model | S60 | X-Type |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |