2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XF. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Volvo | Jaguar |
| Model | XC90 | XF |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
