2010 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo S80 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Volvo | Jaguar |
Model | S80 | XJ |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1494 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2835 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |