2003 Pontiac Montana vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 222 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Montana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 2011 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Montana | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Pontiac | Jaguar |
Model | Montana | XJ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3033 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |