2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Because 2000 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 2000 Jaguar XK. 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XK | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
Model | XK | Montana |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 1700 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |