1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Because 1998 Jaguar XK 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 1998 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
