2007 Volvo XC70 vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2007 Volvo XC70 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo XC70. 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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo XC70 | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Volvo | Jaguar |
| Model | XC70 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
