2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 113 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | S-Type | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
