2008 Jaguar XKR vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XKR | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XKR | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
