2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XJ | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |
