Jaguar XJ 2009 vs Volvo V40 2012
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Jaguar XJ) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Volvo V40) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 275 HP | 254 HP | |
| Torque: | 600 NM | 360 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 6.5 seconds | |
| Jaguar XJ engine produces 21 HP more power than Volvo V40, whereas torque is 240 NM more than Volvo V40. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 9.0 | |
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The Jaguar XJ is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Jaguar XJ consumes 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40, which means that by driving the Jaguar XJ over 15,000 km in a year you can save 270 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 82 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1130 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 1410 km on highway | 1030 km on highway | ||
| Jaguar XJ gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo V40) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Jaguar XJ) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.25 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.89 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.45 m | |
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Jaguar XJ is larger. Jaguar XJ is 88 cm longer than the Volvo V40, 9 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | 335 litres | |
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Jaguar XJ has more luggage capacity. Jaguar XJ has 185 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V40. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.7 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Jaguar XJ is 1.5 metres more than that of the Volvo V40, which means Jaguar XJ can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`365 | 1`970 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 14 200 | 8200 | |
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