2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJR and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jaguar XJR 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 2008 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60, 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60. 2008 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jaguar XJR 2008 Volvo S60
Make Jaguar Volvo
Model XJR S60
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 561 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 1501 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 70 L


 

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