2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XKR and 2008 Volvo V70 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70, 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XKR | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
Model | XKR | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
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 | 420 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |