1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 288 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | MK II | Montana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
