2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 228 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XF | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
