1977 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 2006 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar X-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2006 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar X-Type 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, 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Pontiac Grand Safari | 2006 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jaguar |
| Model | Grand Safari | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
