1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Montana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar XJR 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 1989 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJR | Montana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 76 L |
