2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2009 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
