1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 107 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1990 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 1990 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJR | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
